Barista | The Baker Next Door | Now Hiring (redwood city)

Job Description:

We’re looking for a talented Barista to join our busy bakery and café. Our ideal candidate is passionate about coffee, thrives in a fast-paced environment, is a team player and enjoys interacting with people to create a memorable experience. 

ARE YOU THE RIGHT PERSON

• Minimum 2 years of barista/coffee experience, latte art a plus
• Strong hospitality skills and a friendly, approachable attitude
• A true team player who enjoys collaborating with others
• Excellent attention to detail, from dialing in espresso to creating a tidy, welcoming space
• Works well in the morning hours
• Must have weekend availability
• Motivated by professional excellence
• Evaluating product for expected quality standards
• Suggesting/Making process or condition changes to achieve expected quality standards
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Willingness/desire to take on added responsibility
• Self motivated and capable of taking on and completing tasks given to them. 

 
This is a part-time or full-time hourly position at the bakery/café on Main Street, Redwood City, CA.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with opening and closing duties assigned to front-of-house which includes setting up the pastry and bread case, dialing in the espresso, brewing fresh drip and setting up the cafe.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the barista station, pastry case and dining area, including dishwashing as needed
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards
• Work closely with kitchen & baking staff as well as front-of-house team to ensure smooth service
• Team player, pitch in where needed
• Must have weekend availability
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Current California Food Handlers Certificate, or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Great sense of humor with a large dose of humility
• Curiosity to learn and understand new(er) things

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to stand working for long periods of time, up to 8 hrs
• Ability to lift/push/manipulate items weighing a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to act with composure and grace in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work at least 30 hours per week, including weekends and some holidays
• Ability to display and follow ethical and professional standards set by The Baker Next Door
• Be well groomed and maintain proper hygiene
• Ability to communicate in basic English
• Act with integrity and honesty to promote the culture, values and mission of The Baker Next Door, i.e., create kick-ass products and treat customers and fellow team members with the highest degree of respect and consideration. 

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive pay commensurate with work experience
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Full benefits, PTO, 50% dental & vision, 401k (Full-time employees only)
• A warm, supportive team environment
• Delicious coffee and pastries every day
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

The Baker Next Door is an equal opportunity employer, full stop. 

EOE Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.