coffee shop barista

SUMMARY Bering Straits Native Corporation is 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 establishment's 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 or 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