Barista

SodexoMagic is a prominent joint venture company formed between NBA Hall of Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Sodexo, Inc. This certified minority-owned enterprise specializes in providing food services, facility management, and integrated services to a diverse range of clients including corporations, healthcare centers, K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and aviation lounges. The strategic partnership between Magic Johnson Enterprises and SodexoMagic, Inc. allows the company to offer innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each community served, ensuring a high degree of customer satisfaction and community engagement. SodexoMagic is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their authentic selves. The company emphasizes a culture of fairness, respect, and belonging, making it a supportive and welcoming place for its workforce regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

The Barista role at SodexoMagic represents a rewarding full-time opportunity to be part of a company where daily actions are recognized as having a meaningful impact. The position is based in Merck, West Point and involves morning and afternoon or evening weekday shifts, with specific shift details provided during the interview process. The hourly pay range for this job spans from $7.25 to $19.00, reflecting the company's commitment to competitive compensation reflective of experience and skills.

As a Barista, you are expected to deliver exceptional customer service while preparing a variety of handcrafted beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, lattes, tea, chai, and blended fruit drinks according to customer preferences. This role requires a combination of interpersonal skills and technical beverage preparation knowledge to ensure the highest quality of beverages and customer satisfaction. You will greet all customers warmly, work to maintain strong customer relationships, and promote menu offerings through suggestive selling. The job also entails organizing the coffee cart or bar in an appealing manner, maintaining cleanliness of coffee machines and preparation areas, and accurately managing cash handling and sales transactions.

This role demands physical endurance, including standing or walking for extended periods (often beyond eight-hour shifts), and the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally. Reliability and punctuality are crucial, with employees expected to show regular attendance and timely arrival for scheduled shifts. Additionally, the barista may be assigned various tasks that differ by account based on business needs and customer requirements, exemplifying the flexible nature of this position within the SodexoMagic family.

SodexoMagic also prioritizes employee growth and development by offering continuous training and promotion opportunities aimed at transforming jobs into meaningful careers. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports personal and family wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) retirement plans, discount programs, and more. Specific sites may offer supplemental benefits such as free meals during shifts, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation assistance including public transit support or parking subsidies.

This company maintains a detailed overview of employee benefits and clear job descriptions but acknowledges that the contractual nature of the business may cause some variations in benefits and job duties by location or unit. Prospective candidates are encouraged to discuss benefit offerings thoroughly during the interview process to gain a full understanding of the role’s advantages.

Joining SodexoMagic as a Barista means becoming part of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture that values your voice and respects your individuality. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to thrive in a collaborative environment that supports your career growth and personal success.