Juice Barista Part Time

Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $16.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a reputable company operating in the food and beverage industry, focusing on providing high-quality specialty products such as fresh juices and other related items. Known for its commitment to excellence and food safety, the company takes pride in delivering fresh and expertly prepared products to customers in a retail environment. This company thrives on a strong team culture, emphasizing continuous training, compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The work environment is characterized by a retail store setting that involves interaction with team members, management, and customers, with exposure to refrigerated conditions and the use of specialized machinery.

This position is specially designed for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer interaction, with a key responsibility of preparing juice and other specialty products for sale. The role demands a high level of safety awareness, cleanliness, and adherence to standardized procedures to guarantee the quality and safety of all prepared items. The individual will not only handle product preparation but also support marketing efforts by conducting food sampling and product demonstrations to engage customers and enhance sales. Because of the nature of the job, the employee will often be required to work varied hours, manage physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy items, and operate specialized equipment safely. The role plays a vital part in upholding the company’s reputation by maintaining a sterile and safe workspace, accurately reporting all necessary information, and complying with all food safety standards. Additionally, the position offers opportunities for continuous professional development through certifications and training sessions related to food safety and product handling. Overall, this role is ideal for candidates who enjoy dynamic work environments, have a keen eye for detail, and are committed to delivering quality specialty food products with excellent customer service.

Job Requirements

Education or experience in food service or related field preferred
Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs. several times per day
Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/from the sales floor
Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
Standing for extended periods of time each day
Work varied hours throughout the day as required
Climbing with use of a 6' step stool (when necessary)
Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
Sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand
Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers

Job Qualifications

Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed
Applicable state and local food safety certification or license

Job Duties

Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
Fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance
Follow all safety requirements when using equipment (e.g. hot machinery or sharp blades)
Practice proper lifting techniques when working with boxes or heavy merchandise
Adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal
Accurately complete all reporting requirements (including on-line requirements) as required
Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests
Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment
Assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and/or with kitchen duties when needed
Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business
Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines