Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

employee discount
flexible schedule
Paid training

Job Description

Dos Palmas Cafe is a vibrant new café located in Parkway Plaza Mall, known for its exceptional coffee, freshly made hot sandwiches, and a lively, community-focused atmosphere. As a part of this energetic establishment, Dos Palmas Cafe prides itself on creating a welcoming environment where customers can enjoy high-quality beverages and food in a friendly setting. This café is quickly establishing itself as a favorite spot for locals and mall visitors alike who appreciate great flavors and a sense of community. Its emphasis on quality coffee and fresh sandwiches, combined with a fun atmosphere, makes it a unique hub for social interaction and relaxation within the mall.

The role of barista at Dos Palmas Cafe is an exciting opportunity for someone with hands-on coffee experience looking to join a dynamic team in a part-time capacity. This position is primarily focused on coffee preparation, including making hot and cold coffees, dirty sodas, smoothies, and acai bowls. However, the barista will also receive comprehensive training on all aspects of café operations, including sandwich making and front-of-house responsibilities. Dos Palmas Cafe values employees who can multitask and handle customer interactions efficiently while maintaining high standards for drink quality and service.

This position requires availability to work Saturdays through Tuesdays from 10am to 8pm to support peak business hours and ensure consistent service during busy times. The barista will be instrumental in creating a welcoming environment by engaging with customers quickly and warmly, taking orders, and offering beverage recommendations tailored to individual preferences. The role also involves performing duties such as operating the cash register and POS system accurately, maintaining cleanliness, stocking inventory, and assisting with food preparation tasks such as slicing cheeses and deli meats.

Compensation for this part-time position is set at $18 per hour plus tips, reflecting the value placed on skilled baristas who contribute to the café's success. The café offers employee discounts, flexible scheduling, and paid training to support team members in delivering excellent service and advancing their skills in the café industry. Dos Palmas Cafe encourages candidates who are creative, quick learners, and team players to apply. Additional skills and experiences, such as knowledge of syrups, mocktails, specialty beverages, bilingual abilities in Spanish or Arabic, or connections within local schools, are considered a plus and can enhance a candidate’s fit within the café community.

This is an ideal role for someone enthusiastic about coffee and food trends who thrives in an interactive workplace environment. Candidates who enjoy fast-paced settings, customer engagement, and continuous learning will find this position rewarding. Since Dos Palmas Cafe does not review applications on external job boards, interested individuals are directed to apply through the company’s official website, ensuring a centralized and efficient hiring process. Overall, the barista role at Dos Palmas Cafe offers a blend of hands-on beverage preparation, customer service, and café operations in a supportive and community-centric atmosphere, making it an excellent opportunity for part-time employment in the food and beverage industry.

Job Requirements

  • Must be available to work weekends and some weekdays
  • Must be available to work Saturdays to Tuesdays from 10am - 8pm
  • Experience making hot and cold coffees and basic cafe items
  • Able to handle front of house interactions with customers while handling drink preparation responsibilities
  • Experience working alone to open or close, or with only 1 person in a shop
  • Interest in flavors, drink creation, or food/beverage trends
  • Extroverted, creative, quick learner, and team player

Job Qualifications

  • Experience making hot and cold coffees and basic cafe items
  • Able to handle front of house interactions with customers while handling drink preparation responsibilities
  • Experience working alone to open or close, or with only 1 person in a shop
  • Interest in flavors, drink creation, or food/beverage trends
  • Extroverted, creative, quick learner, and team player
  • Experience with syrups, mocktails, or specialty beverages a plus
  • Ability to speak Spanish or Arabic a plus
  • A network of friends in schools in El Cajon to attract to the cafe a plus

Job Duties

  • Prepare and serve various coffees, sodas and acai bowls
  • Prepare grilled sandwiches and toasts
  • Operate the cash register and POS system efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions and handling of cash
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café area, including equipment, counters, and seating areas
  • Engage with customers in a fast and friendly manner, taking orders and providing recommendations based on their preferences
  • Stock inventory as needed
  • Slice cheeses and deli meats as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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