What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grand Canyon Beverage Company - Barista (FWS/NFWS) position at Grand Canyon University?
Purpose within the Organization:
The purpose of this position is to play a role in Grand Canyon Beverage Company (GCBC)'s mission on campus by working as a Barista behind the coffee bar.
Responsibilities Related to Purpose:
Provides quality, made-to-order beverages for all customers in a timely manner while also following all health, safety and sanitation guidelines.
Ensures that exceptional customer service is given to all customers; constantly aware of customer needs and how to meet and exceed their expectations.
Follows operational policies and procedures given; this is including, but not limited to, policies for cash handling, drink making, etc.
Ensures that actions promote appropriate GCBC and Grand Canyon University (GCU) culture, values, and mission.
Helps to maintain a clean and organized environment alongside other GCBC team members.
Maintains a calm and appropriate character during periods of high volume/high stress and continues to uphold customer service standards during these times.
Anticipates shop needs and acts accordingly to ensure shop and customer needs are continually met.
Communicates all necessary information to Shift Leads and Managers.
Constantly contributes to a positive team environment.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
Equipment Used and Responsibility:
Espresso Machines
Coffee Brewers
Tea Brewers
Ovens
Qualifications:
GCU and GCBC.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and individually.
Ability to build and maintain relationships.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including but not limited to, early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays – up to 20 hours a week.
Ability to memorize and recall recipes in an extremely high-volume environment.
Ability to understand and carry out any instruction and ask for clarification if needed.
Always available to perform many different tasks within the shop in a timely manner during each shift.
Ability to learn and problem solve quickly.
Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy.
Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting: 0 hours a day
Standing: 5 hours a day
Walking: 5 hours a day
Lifting: Occasionally
Carrying: Occasionally
Pushing: Occasionally
Bending: Occasionally
Squatting: Occasionally
Kneeling: Rarely
Climbing: Never
Reaching: Rarely
Grasping: Occasionally
Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Frequently
Driving: Rarely
Work Environment: Office building on site. Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.
Pay Rate: Minimum Wage
Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2025
Manager: Grand Canyon Beverage Company - Store Manager
