Barista (Part-Time)

**Description** **POSITON PURPOSE:** Craft exceptional beverages, provide warm and genuine service, and work with precision and care. Provide food items as ordered and to specifications. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** * Understand full menu, including ingredients, preparation, and service standards. * Consistently prepare quality beverages and dishes to standard. * Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area, performing cleaning as assigned. * Operate POS system accurately while multitasking and completing side work. * Comply with accounting guidelines for processing payments and completing closing tasks at end of shift. * Follow merchandising, stocking, rotation, and storage standards. * Handle guest orders from start to finish, resolving complaints professionally. * Assist in other areas of the marketplace as business levels demand. * Other duties as assigned. **POSITION REQUIREMENTS:** * Prior hospitality, customer service, or barista experience preferred. * Must be able to learn all menu items and up\-selling techniques. * Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a register. * Ability to effectively resolve conflict situations, such as inaccurate check total. * Outgoing, pleasant personality and the ability to read and speak English sufficient to understand menus and special promotions, and communicate with guests. * Ability to operate keyboard and Point of Sale procedures to handle cashier functions. * Detail\-oriented and highly organized; able to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work well both independently and as part of a team. * Physically able to stand, walk, lift up to 25 lbs., and perform required tasks. * Must be able to work a varied schedule to include mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and the ability to work under pressure. $14\.00 \- $15\.00 / Hour Wage River Center Market is an equal opportunity employer.