Part Time Barista

Winston-Salem, NC, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Benefits

Group benefit plans

Training and development opportunities

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

supportive work environment

Job Description

Harris Teeter is a well-established supermarket chain known for its commitment to providing quality products and excellent customer service across its numerous locations. As a company, Harris Teeter prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to the community. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your career, Harris Teeter offers a variety of opportunities tailored to diverse talents and interests. The company values teamwork, integrity, and dedication, making it an attractive employer for individuals seeking a part-time position with flexibility and growth potential.

This part-time role is crucial to maintaining the high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction that Harris Teeter is known for. Employees in this position are responsible for preparing, processing, packaging, and stocking products according to guidelines set by Starbucks Standards, ensuring consistency and premium quality. This role also involves providing excellent customer service, maintaining cleanliness and organization in work areas, unloading stock deliveries, and managing salvage products according to company standards. The position demands a hands-on approach and ability to work collaboratively with team members to meet and exceed operational goals. Candidates must be willing to complete all required company training, including food sanitation, safety procedures, and product knowledge, to excel in this role.

Success in this role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to efficiently handle physical tasks such as lifting and moving stock. Employees must be able to follow detailed instructions and solve straightforward problems related to the daily operations. Moreover, the capacity to work in a dynamic environment with varying temperature conditions and exposure to cleaning chemicals is essential. This job is well suited for individuals who are proactive, customer-focused, and eager to contribute to a team-oriented workplace. Harris Teeter supports its employees with ongoing training to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and to maintain excellent service quality. Working in this part-time capacity offers flexible hours and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in retail and customer service within a reputable company.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
one to three months related experience or training
willingness to participate in and successfully complete required training
ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English
ability to write simple correspondence in English
ability to effectively present information to English-speaking customers and coworkers
ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and handle American money and weight measurements
ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed instructions
ability to deal with problems involving few concrete variables
must complete company training including orientation, food sanitation, customer service, safety, food safety, and product knowledge
must be IST or AST certified
ability to regularly lift and move up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
ability to reach between 6-72 inches
capable of standing, walking, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching as required
work in moderate to loud environments and exposure to hot, cold, moving mechanical parts, fumes, and chemicals