barista

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

Work setting

• Coffee shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units
• Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs
• Load buspans and trays
• Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware
• Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas
• Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
• Package take-out food
• Prepare, heat and finish simple food items
• Serve customers at counters or buffet tables
• Take customers' orders
• Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs
• Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment
• Handle and store cleaning products
• Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas
• Remove kitchen garbage and trash
• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Greet customers
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player
• Positive attitude

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week