Cafe Team Member - Cedar Mill

Portland, OR, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $16.96

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Tips

Pension Plan

Job Description

Grand Central Bakery, established in 1989, pioneered the bread revolution in the Pacific Northwest by bringing rustic artisan loaves to local tables. Since its inception, the bakery has been deeply rooted in values that champion sustainability, community investment, and employee care. Certified as a B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery aligns itself with a global movement of businesses dedicated to using commerce as a force for good, making a positive impact on the environment and society while maintaining high-quality artisan standards. The bakery’s commitment to these principles shapes every aspect of their operations, from sourcing premium ingredients to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace culture.

Joining Grand Central Bakery as a Café Team Member means becoming part of an enthusiastic, passionate team that creates vibrant and welcoming café environments cherished by their loyal customers. This position is key to ensuring that each café remains a warm and inviting space where customers can enjoy delicious, handcrafted food and drink options. Café Team Members are engaged in preparing and serving sandwiches, bread, pastries, and expertly crafted coffee and espresso beverages, contributing to the overall customer experience by maintaining high standards of product quality, cleanliness, and service.

This part-time role offers a starting pay rate of $16.96 per hour plus tips, which typically add an additional $7.00 to $9.00 per hour. The schedule requires flexibility with the ability to work weekends and various shifts including Retail Open, Mid-Shift, and Retail Close. The role demands energy, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit. Café Team Members must be skilled in using the Point-of-Sale system, sandwich bar, and barista stations, managing peak times efficiently while serving with enthusiasm and professionalism. The role also includes maintaining a clean café environment, assisting with dishwashing, bussing, and other cleaning tasks, showcasing a ‘pitches in’ mentality.

The ideal candidate brings not only culinary skill but also a strong alignment with Grand Central Bakery’s mission, vision, and values, including a commitment to creating an anti-racist and culturally inclusive workplace. This role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to maintain composure during busy periods. Café Team Members are expected to uphold rigorous safety and cash handling standards, show responsiveness in addressing workplace hazards, and continuously enhance their competencies throughout their employment.

Overall, this position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant, mission-driven food establishment where passion for artisan bread and customer service meet a commitment to sustainability and community impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment and want to be part of a company using business as a force for good, Grand Central Bakery invites you to join their team as a Café Team Member.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
ability to read, write, and speak English required
maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines
must demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
may be required to work a variety of days and shifts including weekends and holidays
HS diploma/GED preferred
basic math skills required
must display professionalism and personality with customers
stays thoughtfully busy at all times regardless of customer flow
must be able to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
schedule flexibility and ability to work weekends required

Job Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old
ability to read, write, and speak English required
maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times
HS diploma/GED preferred
basic math skills required
must display professionalism and personality with customers
stays thoughtfully busy at all times, regardless of customer flow

Job Duties

Proficient on Point-of-Sale system
serves bread and pastry to customers while ensuring both meet GCB specs
makes and serves all sandwiches according to GCB specs including during a rush
makes and serves all coffee and espresso drinks according to GCB specs including during a rush and is proficient at latte art
displays product knowledge of all items on our menus
knows and regularly works the duties of multiple shifts including Retail Open, Retail Close, and Mid/Swing shifts
works in a way that maintains a clean cafe environment including bussing, washing dishes, and executing all necessary café cleaning tasks
has a 'pitches in' mentality, can be seen volunteering with duties or helping others
adheres to proper cash handling procedures and standards with a high level of accuracy
uses checklists and training documents to become competent and proficient with the cafe systems
knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job
works collaboratively with a team and communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates
delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times
maintains competencies and demonstrates continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment
is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance
supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection
knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures
follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions
notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace
promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work