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PJ's Coffee

Barista

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $15.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Ongoing Management and leadership training opportunities
Employee retail and shift discounts
Prize opportunities through national contests
Local, regional, and national awards and recognition

Job Description

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans is a distinguished coffee company founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, a true pioneer in the coffee industry. The company evolved from Jordan's dedication to superior coffee beans, roasting techniques, and a deep passion for creating exceptional coffee experiences. Based in New Orleans, PJ's Coffee stands out for its commitment to quality, sourcing only the top 1 percent of Arabica coffee beans and using a unique cold-drip brewing process that produces their signature Original Cold Brew™ iced coffee, known for its smooth, less acidic taste. Since its acquisition in 2008 by the Ballard brothers, New... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • excellent customer service skills
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • basic math skills for cash handling
  • willingness to learn and adapt
  • team-oriented mindset

Job Qualifications

  • Barista experience is great, but not required
  • you will be trained in the PJ's ways of serving the best cup of coffee in town
  • outgoing and engaging personality
  • exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
  • ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team environment
  • ability to communicate through different communication channels

Job Duties

  • Present a positive image of PJ's customers and coworkers
  • proactively suggest new beverages, drink enhancements, snacks, and pastries to improve the overall experience and knowledge of customers
  • prepare all beverages and food to meet PJ's Coffee specifications and customer satisfaction
  • ensure that the store offers excellent customer service as it pertains to the operation of the staff and the physical upkeep of the store
  • follow cash handling procedures accurately
  • ensure the interior and exterior of a store meet sanitary, safety, and aesthetic requirements by maintaining daily shift checklists and par levels
  • alert management to operational needs, equipment failure, and necessary improvements that are needed
  • enforce and abide by company policies, procedures, and safety rules
  • attend training sessions designed to increase coffee knowledge and work skills and apply that knowledge to operations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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