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Barista Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $23.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid vacation
401K with company match
Employee Discounts
Bonuses
Career growth opportunities
wellness benefits

Job Description

Erewhon Market is a pioneering company deeply committed to shaping the future of health and wellness through its dedication to providing high-quality food and wellness products. As a well-established natural grocery market, Erewhon has earned a respected reputation for promoting organic offerings that cater to health-conscious consumers. With multiple locations already serving a diverse customer base and ambitious plans for expansion, the company is creating abundant opportunities for career growth among its passionate team members. Erewhon Market's culture is driven by passionate leaders and supportive teams who share a common goal of delivering exceptional quality and service. The company embraces innovation and continuously seeks to foster an environment where employees can thrive and develop professionally while making meaningful contributions to customers' well-being. As part of this growth, Erewhon is currently looking to fill a Barista and Juice or Smoothie Bar Lead position, offering an exciting opportunity for those who are passionate about coffee, wellness beverages, and customer service. This position is hourly employment with a competitive pay range of $20 to $23 per hour based on experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan with a 4% company match. Additionally, employees enjoy 50% off organic meals daily and 20% off in-store purchases, along with bonuses and sales rewards in certain departments. This role not only promises a supportive workplace but also significant opportunities for career advancement within the dynamic and growing company. The Barista and Juice or Smoothie Bar Lead plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction in the beverage program. Responsibilities include preparing all coffee, tea, and espresso-based drinks while ensuring adherence to quality standards, supporting training efforts, and overseeing the coffee quality program. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage time efficiently alongside a demonstrated passion for creating delicious and healthful beverages. The successful candidate will be instrumental in upholding Erewhon Market's commitment to wellness and exceptional customer experience, ensuring every beverage served meets the company’s high standards of taste and presentation. Beyond beverage preparation, this position also involves maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment, managing inventory related to the coffee program, assisting with sampling initiatives, and supporting team skill-building through constructive feedback and coaching. The Barista and Juice or Smoothie Bar Lead will collaborate closely with managers and shift leads, contributing to the operational success and ongoing growth of Erewhon's beverage services. This opportunity is ideal for experienced individuals looking to join a forward-thinking company where their skills and enthusiasm will be valued and fostered in a health-focused retail environment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a barista and juice or smoothie bar lead
  • Great communication skills
  • Great time management skills

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a barista and juice or smoothie bar lead
  • Great communication skills
  • Great time management skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare all coffee, tea and espresso based drinks ordered while maintaining high productivity levels
  • Maintain coffee quality standards and assist Coffee Trainer in ensuring recipes are up to date
  • Provide excellent customer service and address needs of customers in a timely and effective manner
  • Maintain accurate department signage and pricing
  • Maintain back stock in good order
  • Maintain a safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment
  • Assist with the sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean, and appealing
  • Follow and comply with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and adhere to safe work practices
  • Operate and sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner
  • Implement and instill in your team company policies, procedures and ethics
  • Handle customer complaints
  • Train at other Erewhon locations, if necessary
  • Implement operational standards for the Tonic/Coffee program and oversee standards and quality of coffee program
  • Support skill building for all Tonic employees by providing honest and constructive feedback on drink quality and techniques
  • Coach and train to ensure we always meet our high standards of quality and deliciousness for every beverage and food item served in your cafe
  • Assist Manager and Shift Leads in maintaining inventory of things necessary to the success of the coffee program
  • Other duties as assigned by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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