Coffee Shop Barista

Hy-Vee is a well-established and respected supermarket chain known for its strong commitment to customer service and community engagement. With a focus on providing quality products and a welcoming shopping environment, Hy-Vee has built a reputation as a trusted destination for grocery needs. The company emphasizes creating a positive workplace culture where employees are valued as key contributors to the overall success. Hy-Vee promotes teamwork, professionalism, and a growth mindset among its workforce which helps foster a supportive and dynamic environment for both customers and employees. The company’s promise of "a helpful smile in every aisle" reflects its dedication to excellent customer service and a friendly shopping experience.

The role of Barista within the Hy-Vee Coffee Shop department is essential in maintaining this customer-focused culture. This position is designed for individuals passionate about serving customers while handling food safely and maintaining a clean and efficient workspace. As a Barista at Hy-Vee, you will be responsible for welcoming customers with a warm smile, efficiently taking and filling customer orders, and ensuring that all food and beverage offerings meet the company's high standards of freshness and quality. This non-exempt, hourly role typically offers a competitive starting wage ranging from $13.50 to $16.80 per hour based on experience.

This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with team members to provide outstanding customer service. Attention to detail is critical, especially regarding food safety and cleanliness standards, which the Barista must consistently uphold. The Barista will also assist in managing inventory, maintaining production lists, and keeping the work area orderly to enhance the customer’s shopping experience. Hy-Vee considers its people its greatest strength and expects all Baristas to embody the company's core competencies including partnerships, growth mindset, results orientation, customer focus, and professionalism.

As a Barista, you will report to a variety of leadership roles including the District Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Store Operations and Perishables, Food Service Director, and Coffee Shop Department Manager. While this position does not have direct reports, it plays a vital role in supporting the overall store atmosphere and customer satisfaction. The job environment involves physical activity such as lifting and standing, multi-tasking, and following detailed instructions under pressure in a fast-paced retail setting.

In addition to routine duties such as greeting customers, answering phones, running the register, filling orders, and ensuring food safety, Baristas may also be involved in secondary responsibilities like dishwashing, ordering supplies, pricing products, and assisting in other store areas as needed. Hy-Vee offers an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is encouraged to contribute to achieving the best possible shopping experience for customers. If you are ready to bring a helpful smile to every aisle and be part of a company that values and invests in its workforce, this Barista position presents a great opportunity to grow your career in a retail food service setting.