COFFEE SHOP BARISTA

SUMMARY

Bering Straits Development Co., a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a qualified Coffee Shop Barista for full-time or part-time work in Nome, Alaska. As barista, the candidate hired will operate daily coffee shop duties, take orders, make drinks, serve food items, clean, maintain standards and ensure stock. The applicant should excel in outstanding customer service, collaborating as a team, communication, as well as being able to operate point of sale system and handle cash.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Taking client orders and receiving payment.
• Grind and brew coffee providing well-presented beverages.
• Develop expert knowledge of coffee and maintain consistency and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with all team members.
• Maintaining a clean and sanitized shop environment while following health and safety guidelines.
• Operate point of sale system and contribute to establishments sales.
• Punctual and maintaining consistent attendance.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during peak business hours.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the establishment.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Respond well to instructions and helpful feedback.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Hands-on experience with professional coffee machines (understanding or willing to learn general operation and sanitizing)
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices regarding expiration dates and quality control.
• Ability to work variable hours such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individual will be required to stand for extended periods of time and push or pull heavy equipment/supplies. In addition, squatting, kneeling, sitting, bending, reaching and climbing are also required. May lift of push up to 50lbs, such as freight, coffee supplies, boxes, etc.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The job is performed in a coffee shop setting with exposure to hot liquids and requires extensive use of coffee and espresso machinery. Exposure to hot water and cleaning chemicals or solvents. Occasional use of computer, keyboard, mouse and telephone system. The work described herein is primarily in a modern coffee shop setting

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)