BARISTA

Oakland, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $22.00

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Equator at Mills College is a vibrant coffee shop located in Oakland, California, well-known for its high-quality coffee and exceptional customer service. Situated on the picturesque campus of Mills College at 5000 MacArthur Boulevard, this coffee shop offers a welcoming environment catering to students, faculty, and visitors alike. As part of the larger Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, Equator thrives on a commitment to quality, innovation, and community engagement, making it a premier destination for coffee lovers on campus and beyond.

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Job Requirements

Previous barista experience preferred but not required
open availability preferred with willingness to work varied shifts
ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
basic math and communication skills
ability to handle cash and operate POS system
must be able to follow food safety and hygiene standards
ability to work in a team environment
must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
previous barista experience preferred but not required
ability to operate POS system and handle cash and charge payments accurately
knowledge of HACCP guidelines and food safety standards is a plus
excellent customer service and communication skills
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness
teamwork and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and colleagues
willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and procedures

Job Duties

Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes
enters orders accurately into POS device
accepts cash and charge payments
replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area
ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
follows HACCP standards
maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils
ensures proper food preparation by using approved recipes and following prescribed production standards
keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service
cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments
greets customers courteously and interacts in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction
relays relevant concerns from customers to supervisors
serves customers quickly and efficiently, and prevents delays in serving lines
demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to customers
serves as an advocate of selling techniques to the customer by establishing good communication and assisting in the buying decision-making process
ensures all display foods are merchandised attractively per standards
serves food neatly and attractively per standard
performs other duties as assigned

Job Location

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