Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is hiring: Barista in Ann Arbor

Overview

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is looking for Baristas that enjoy working with people and making coffee, espresso, and tea beverages. We are an established, premium coffeehouse brand that was founded in Ann Arbor and has been operating successfully for over 30 years. This Sweetwaters is conveniently located inside of Meijer with lots of available parking and easy access to bus routes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure coffee, tea, and espresso drinks are correctly and efficiently prepared to Sweetwaters standards.
• Provide friendly, accurate, and efficient guest service.
• Execute accurate and proper cash handling procedures.
• Ensure the café is clean, organized, and inviting at all times.
• Maintain and communicate your knowledge of the coffee, teas, and other products offered at Sweetwaters.

Training & Qualifications

• Training Offered: Barista training offered to candidates that successfully complete New Team Member training.
• Educational Value: Opportunity to be promoted to management training for the right candidate.
• Must have strong customer service skills, enjoy drinking coffee or tea; food service experience preferred but not required.
• Must be available on weekends.
• Loves to laugh and work in a positive environment.
• Must be available at least 15 hours per week and at least 2 shifts on the weekend.
• Food service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.
• Previous experience with cash handling and register systems.
• Passionate about giving, upbeat, friendly, and authentic customer service.

Compensation & Benefits

• $15.00-$15.50 per hour; hourly rate includes tips. You must work a minimum of 15 hours/week.
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Brewed coffees, teas, and Cold Brews are a perk during shifts!
• Opportunity for professional advancement in our growing company.