PJ's Coffee of Mobile is hiring: Barista Part Time in Spanish Fort

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans was founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, a pioneer in the coffee industry who embraced high-quality beans, superior roasting methods, and a pure passion for the art of coffee making. Today, PJ's Coffee is recognized for harvesting, roasting, and personally crafting gourmet drinks using only the top 1% of Arabica beans and delicious organic tea.

In addition to our selection of fresh breakfast pastries and hot breakfast sandwiches, PJ's Coffee carries a complete line of espresso-based beverages, flavored coffee, and award-winning Original Cold Brew TM Iced Coffee. PJ's Coffee is committed to bringing our customers the freshest coffee possible, while developing programs to ensure quality of life is improved through community initiatives and by supporting local school programs.

About PJ's Coffee

Phyllis Jordan, a pioneer in the coffee industry, founded PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans in 1978 and demonstrated that better beans, superior roasting techniques, and pure passion for the art of coffeemaking mattered. In 2008, the company was purchased by New Orleans natives and brothers, Paul, Steven, and Scott Ballard. PJ’s Coffee serves a wide variety of hot, iced, and frozen coffee beverages using only the top 1% of Arabica beans, as well as organic tea and fresh breakfast pastries.

Benefits

• Ongoing Management and leadership training opportunities
• Free Coffee on shift!
• 50% Off Retail, Food, & Beverages off shift!
• Free Gym Membership (Leadership Positions)

Responsibilities

• Present a positive image of PJ's customers and coworkers by maintaining the reputation & integrity of the brand.
• Proactively suggest new beverages, drink enhancements, snacks, and pastries, to improve the overall experience and knowledge of customers.
• Prepare all beverages and food in a consistent fast, efficient, and friendly manner to meet PJ’s Coffee specifications and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that the store offers excellent customer service as it pertains to the operation of the staff and the physical upkeep of the store.
• Follow cash handling procedures accurately
• Ensure the interior and exterior of a store meet sanitary, safety, and aesthetic requirements by maintaining daily shift checklists and par levels.
• Alert management to operational needs, equipment failure, and necessary improvements that are needed
• Attend training sessions designed to increase coffee knowledge and work skills and apply that knowledge to operations

Qualifications

• Barista experience is Ok, but not required! You will be trained in the PJ’s ways of serving the best cup of coffee in town!
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Outgoing and engaging personality
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to communicate through different communication channels, including email, phone, project management software, and conference calls (if necessary)
• Ability to memorize beverage and other recipes & procedures
• Alabama Food Handler's Card is required for Mobile County locations
• Must have availability on Fridays, Saturdays, & Sunday
• Must be reliable, punctual, and dependable in regard to attendance.

Compensation

• Must be driven in making great tips!
• Tipshare is team based
• Raises acquired based on performance & responsibilities taken on
• PTO accrued after 180 of employee for full time employees (37.5 hours or over)

Compensation: $7.50 - $15.00 per hour

PJ’s Coffee is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.