```Job Summary```
We are seeking a Food Preparation Worker/Barista to join our team. As a Barista/Food Preparation Worker, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our food service establishment.
Your primary responsibility will be to assist with food preparation/sandwich making AND barista work. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, coffee and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
We have one available shift opening and they have fixed schedule. We are also happy to be flexible within reason.
A: 24h at M/W 8A-4P (16), Th/F 9A-1P (8)
B: M-F at 8A-4P
```Duties```
- Assist in food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and assembling ingredients
- Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency in food preparation
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas
- Assist with receiving and storing food supplies
- Restocking as needed
- Make Coffee/tea/Smoothies
- Be able to help customers as needed
- Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations
- Assist with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth workflow and timely service
```Experience```
- Previous experience in a food service or kitchen environment is preferred
- Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations
- Familiarity with POS systems, specifically Clover/Square, is a plus
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to assist customers and answer questions about menu items
- Basic math skills for cash handling transactions
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively
If you are a motivated individual who enjoys working with food and providing excellent customer service, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Food Preparation Worker and be part of creating delicious meals for our valued customers.
Pay
Of note, we have paid training that starts at flat $12/h for 1-2 weeks. Depending on the skillset of the applicant, training phase can be expedited.
As we cross-train all the employees, if the applicant's skillset is up to only barista level, then the pay is maximized at $16. If the applicant skillset is up to the food prep level, then the pay is maximized at $17.5. We expect all the applicants to be trained to the level of food prep, and thus everyone will be able to achieve food prep level given time. Our expected time of training is between 2-3 weeks with basic efforts from the applicant.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Restaurant type:
- Café
- Coffee shop
- Fast casual restaurant
Shift:
Weekly day range:
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairfax, VA 22031: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person