Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Opportunities for training and development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
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Job Description
CSU Monterey Bay is a vibrant educational institution located in Seaside, California. Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, it provides a dynamic campus environment dedicated to education, innovation, and growth. The campus is a hub for students, staff, and visitors, offering various amenities including dining services operated by reputable companies that enhance the overall campus experience. Among these services is the Chartwells Higher Ed dining program, which is known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The institution supports the career growth, training, and development of its associates and values creating a supportive workplace where employees feel empowered and engaged.
The Barista position at CSU Monterey Bay is a rewarding role within Chartwells Higher Ed’s campus dining team. This role involves preparing, serving, and delivering high-quality coffee and espresso beverages along with related food and beverage items to students, faculty, and visitors. The role requires adherence to food safety standards, particularly HACCP guidelines, ensuring that all food handling meets strict quality and sanitation measures. As a Barista, you will be the friendly face that interacts courteously with customers, providing excellent service that supports a positive campus experience. Applicants will have the opportunity to work flexible full or part-time schedules including weekdays and weekends, reflecting the operational needs of the dining services. The starting pay rate is competitive at $20.00 per hour.
This position is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of the service area, including preparing espresso orders accurately, operating point-of-sale devices for cash and charge transactions, and keeping the workstations clean and well-stocked. Baristas are expected to have previous experience in similar roles to ensure familiarity with coffee preparation techniques and POS systems. This job also offers valuable benefits such as opportunities for ongoing training, associate shopping discounts, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and additional voluntary benefits tailored to the needs of the workforce.
CSU Monterey Bay and Chartwells Higher Ed are committed to equal opportunity employment, promoting a respectful work environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds. The position requires employees to be able to perform essential duties effectively, with or without reasonable accommodations. The role is subject to typical work fluctuations aligned with the academic calendar, including potential unpaid breaks during periods of reduced campus activity such as winter and summer holidays. Overall, working as a Barista here offers a blend of stable pay, meaningful interactions, skill development, and a supportive team setting that values both customer satisfaction and employee well-being.
The Barista position at CSU Monterey Bay is a rewarding role within Chartwells Higher Ed’s campus dining team. This role involves preparing, serving, and delivering high-quality coffee and espresso beverages along with related food and beverage items to students, faculty, and visitors. The role requires adherence to food safety standards, particularly HACCP guidelines, ensuring that all food handling meets strict quality and sanitation measures. As a Barista, you will be the friendly face that interacts courteously with customers, providing excellent service that supports a positive campus experience. Applicants will have the opportunity to work flexible full or part-time schedules including weekdays and weekends, reflecting the operational needs of the dining services. The starting pay rate is competitive at $20.00 per hour.
This position is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of the service area, including preparing espresso orders accurately, operating point-of-sale devices for cash and charge transactions, and keeping the workstations clean and well-stocked. Baristas are expected to have previous experience in similar roles to ensure familiarity with coffee preparation techniques and POS systems. This job also offers valuable benefits such as opportunities for ongoing training, associate shopping discounts, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and additional voluntary benefits tailored to the needs of the workforce.
CSU Monterey Bay and Chartwells Higher Ed are committed to equal opportunity employment, promoting a respectful work environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds. The position requires employees to be able to perform essential duties effectively, with or without reasonable accommodations. The role is subject to typical work fluctuations aligned with the academic calendar, including potential unpaid breaks during periods of reduced campus activity such as winter and summer holidays. Overall, working as a Barista here offers a blend of stable pay, meaningful interactions, skill development, and a supportive team setting that values both customer satisfaction and employee well-being.
Job Requirements
- Previous barista experience preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible full and part time schedules including weekends
- Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Basic math skills for handling cash and POS transactions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
Job Qualifications
- Previous barista experience preferred
- Ability to operate point of sale (POS) devices accurately
- Strong customer service skills
- Knowledge of HACCP food safety guidelines
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a food service area
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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