Magnolia Table - Restaurant Barista

Magnolia is a renowned hospitality establishment located in Waco, Texas, known for its commitment to quality, guest satisfaction, and a welcoming atmosphere. The company operates a popular restaurant called Magnolia Table, which is celebrated for its exceptional culinary offerings and distinctive beverages. Committed to maintaining its brand reputation, Magnolia emphasizes outstanding customer care, providing a memorable dining experience to its guests. The company fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment, prioritizing teamwork, guest focus, and operational excellence. As part of its team, Magnolia offers a fast-paced, engaging workplace where employees contribute to delivering a high standard of service and maintaining the cleanliness and ambiance of the restaurant environment. This role is an hourly position without supervisory responsibilities, reporting directly to the Assistant Front of House Manager.

The role of the Restaurant Barista at Magnolia is vital to the overall guest experience. This position focuses on creating a variety of high-quality beverages, including coffee, cocktails, beer, and wine, following Magnolia's standards and recipes to ensure consistent excellence. The Restaurant Barista plays an essential role in guest interaction, greeting customers with enthusiasm, answering inquiries about menu items, and providing exceptional service that aligns with the brand’s values. Maintaining the beverage bar’s inventory, quality, and cleanliness is also a key responsibility, which includes managing fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables. The position involves performing opening and closing duties for the beverage bar and assisting with running drinks and food when necessary, contributing to a smooth and efficient service flow.

In addition to beverage preparation, the Restaurant Barista helps maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, adhering to sanitation and safety standards. The role requires compliance with responsible alcohol service protocols, including TABC certification, and proactive communication with management regarding any service issues. This position demands multitasking in a fast-paced environment, a pleasant and professional demeanor, and strong teamwork skills, supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the workplace. Employees are expected to engage actively with both guests and teammates, embrace change positively, and contribute to team goals to enhance the overall guest experience. The job requires physical stamina to handle standing, walking, lifting, and other physical activities necessary to perform daily tasks effectively. Magnolia values growth, adaptability, and a detailed-oriented approach, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to develop their skills in hospitality and beverage service within a dynamic and respected brand.