Barista

Overview

Our mission:
Inspired by the design of nature, we use old-world, artisanal techniques and farm-fresh ingredients to create wholesome and flavorful fare. Celebrate life and enjoy our hospitality with your family and friends. Be nourished in mind, body and spirit.

Are you interested in joining a fun-loving, hardworking community of food and beverage enthusiasts? An up-and-coming European-style bakery café in the heart of Falls Church City is seeking Baristas. Baristas play a key role in providing an excellent experience (and espresso!) to all who walk through our doors. They must be passionate about coffee and food, and desirous to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Please apply here:

• Creating and serving a variety of espresso-based drinks and tea beverages.
• Weighing and dialing in espresso shots.
• Ensuring top quality execution of all beverages (latte art!).
• Greeting and interacting with guests, creating an environment that is friendly, positive and down-to-earth.
• Sharing detailed knowledge and answering questions about who we are and what we serve, such as suggesting menu items to our guests.
• Upholding food safety and quality standards by maintaining and regularly cleaning/sanitizing espresso machine and workstation.
• Recording all customer feedback and reporting it to supervisor, and taking immediate action to rectify a problem in the case of an unhappy customer.
• Contributing to a positive team environment.
• Taking initiative when a need is identified, and performing other duties and tasks as assigned by manager.

• Must have at least one year of relevant experience.
• Available to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and some holidays. Must be able to work a minimum of 2 Sundays per month.
• Enthusiastic and knowledgeable about great coffee.
• A passion for hospitality and guest service.
• An outgoing and energetic disposition.
• A polished and tasteful presence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated through excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Punctuality and regular, consistent attendance.
• Available to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends and some holidays.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and requires occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED.

• Competitive pay and performance-based pay increases.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Opportunities for rapid advancement and growth within the Meeting House complex, a unique and dynamic business environment that includes Godfrey’s bakery café and a boutique hotel.
• Employee may elect to participate in the company's health insurance plan.
• Flexible schedule.
• After 12 months, one free night per year at the Meeting House boutique hotel and discretionary discounted rates available for family members, based on availability.
• Matching 401(k) contribution after 5 years employment.