BARISTA

Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $17.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job Description

Florida Polytechnic University is a renowned public university located in Lakeland, Florida, specializing in STEM-focused education. The university offers cutting-edge facilities and fosters an innovative academic environment dedicated to advancing technology and science. Its commitment to educational excellence is complemented by partnerships with industry leaders and a vibrant campus community. Within this dynamic setting, the university invites applications for a full-time Barista position at a campus facility, designed to serve students, faculty, staff, and visitors with quality food and beverage options.

The Barista role at Florida Polytechnic University is integral to delivering a superior customer experience in a fast-paced campus coffee service environment. This position requires an individual with prior food service experience who can efficiently prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, and related food and beverage items following HACCP guidelines and quality standards. The Barista will handle customer transactions, maintain cleanliness, replenish supplies, and ensure food safety while providing friendly and courteous interactions with customers and team members.

Scheduled full-time from Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, this role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.00 to $17.00. Additionally, employees benefit from perks such as a free shift meal and access to various benefits programs aimed at enhancing employee well-being and professional growth. This position is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about coffee culture and customer service to join a supportive campus team that values learning, growth, and meaningful impact. Successful candidates will contribute to maintaining an efficient and welcoming food service environment, fostering positive customer relations, and upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
prior food service experience required
ability to stand for extended periods
ability to work a full-time schedule Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
willingness to comply with HACCP food safety standards and protocols
good communication skills
ability to handle cash and operate POS devices
availability for immediate hire

Job Qualifications

prior food service experience
knowledge of coffee and espresso drink preparation
basic math skills for handling cash and POS transactions
strong customer service and communication skills
ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
understanding of food safety practices and HACCP guidelines
teamwork and interpersonal skills
punctuality and reliability

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