Cafe Barista / Cashier

Elk Grove, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $22.00 - $27.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

401(k) matching

Aflac supplemental

Team member discount

Job Description

Maison Lodi is an esteemed cafe9 located in the heart of Lodi, California, a picturesque town celebrated for its rich agricultural heritage and exceptional wine country. The cafe9 uniquely blends the time-honored traditions of French baking with the laid-back elegance of California's wine region. Maison Lodi operates under the culinary direction of renowned Chef Charlie Palmer and Appellation's Chief Culinary Director Thomas Bellec, whose expertise infuses every aspect of the menu and dining experience. Offering artisan breads, rotisserie-roasted dishes, and a carefully curated selection of local wines, the cafe9 provides guests with an inviting ambiance that is both warm and sophisticated. Its commitment to showcasing Lodi's agricultural bounty makes Maison Lodi a valuable destination for both locals and visitors seeking authentic culinary experiences in a charming setting.

The role of Cafe Barista / Cashier at Maison Lodi is a vital part-time position that combines customer service excellence with culinary enthusiasm. This role is designed for individuals passionate about coffee culture, food service, and engaging with guests in a meaningful way. The Cafe Barista / Cashier prepares and serves a variety of deli food items, hot and cold beverages, including various types of coffee and tea. They play a key role in educating customers about the menu, recommending items based on individual preferences, and promoting special products to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue. Flexibility in availability, including weekends and holidays, is required to meet the dynamic needs of this hospitality environment.

The ideal candidate is expected to deliver prompt and courteous service while adhering to Maison Lodi's high standards for quality and customer care. Responsibilities include accurate cash handling, operating the register, restocking product displays, and maintaining a professional demeanor even during peak hours. Success in this role requires a strong knowledge of menu items, excellent communication skills, and the ability to anticipate and respond to guests' needs effectively. By joining the team at Maison Lodi, employees become part of an environment that values teamwork, culinary excellence, and community connection, all located within the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere of Lodi's wine country.

Job Requirements

At least 1 year barista experience
customer service skills
knowledge of how brewing equipment operates
adapts well to change
is effective at working multiple priorities and tasks, working under stress, time management and exercise good judgment with guest and employee situations and challenges
must have flexibility in performing different job roles within the department
good interpersonal skills and perform simple problem solving
work varying schedules to reflect the business needs including weekends, and holidays
ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
constant walking, standing and repetitive use of hands, arms and legs
frequent grasping and bending of the neck, taste and smell. twisting of neck & waist, power grasping, fine manipulation, reaching above, below and at shoulder level, use hands and finger to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls based on business
occasional pushing and pulling and exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity and wetness

Job Qualifications

At least 1 year barista experience
customer service skills
knowledge of how brewing equipment operates
good interpersonal skills and perform simple problem solving
ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Duties

Take food and beverage orders
prepare and serve food and/or beverage orders to recipes in a timely and efficient customer friendly fashion while maintaining Towne Corner Cafe9 & Market standards and protocols
operate a cash register and receive payment from guests accurately, knowing how to accurately count back change and follows all cash handling policies and procedures
greet all guests with professionalism while maintaining the companys high standard for excellence in hospitality
maintain a calm professional demeanor during peak periods of high volume
address any guest concerns promptly and professionally
anticipate guests needs
set up and closing responsibilities, to include restocking guest areas and product displays
monitor and communicate replenishment needs to kitchen and/or manager / supervisor
knowledgeable about all products so you may provide our customers with information about them and look for an opportunity to upsell those products
follow company operational policies and procedures including those for safety and security to ensure the safety of all guests and co-workers during each shift
thank guests for coming and encourage their return