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What is a Barista?

Baristas are responsible for making quality beverages, generally speciality hot drinks, preparing food orders, working the cash register, and cleaning and stocking the store. Baristas must do all of these tasks quickly and efficiently while also making sure to form good customer relationships.

Baristas typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, baristas need to have strong English skills and must thrive in an environment that requires multi-tasking. The best baristas are dedicated to providing a high quality customer experience.

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Come work at Example Co., the leading company in our field in the region. We're proud of our 3.6 Glassdoor rating. We're now hiring an experienced Barista to help us keep growing. If you're a passionate self-starter, Example Co. is an ideal place to get ahead. You'll be glad you applied to Example Co.

Responsibilities for Barista

Prepare and serve coffee and tea drinks that meet quality standards
Properly handle and maintain all equipment
Respond to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints in a polite and efficient manner
Accurately handle cash and credit card payments, following appropriate cash-handling procedures
Serve customers quickly and efficiently
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all the menu offerings
Observe relevant health and safety standards

Qualifications for Barista

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Retail, hospitality, and/or customer service experience preferred
Ability to read and speak English proficiently
Strong ability to multi-task
Basic mathematical skills
Ability to problem solve quickly
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to follow directions

Employers: How to Write Great Job Descriptions

Be sure to mention requisite years of experience and educational requirements
Tell job seekers what's unique about your company and job
Ideal length is a few paragraphs or about 200 words
Make sure to use appropriate paragraph breaks and bullet points so it’s easy on the eyes.

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