Barista

Job Title: Service Barista

Location: Tahosa Coffee House at Camp St. Malo, near Estes Park, Colorado

Reports To: Manager of Tahosa Coffee House

Salary: Hourly

Start Date: April 1, 2023

If you want the experience of working at a coffee house in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, serving delicious drinks, giving an unforgettable experience to people stopping to visit Camp St. Malo from all over the world, and inviting others into the beauty of God’s creation through hospitality and a breathtaking atmosphere – this is your shot!

Tahosa Coffee House is a coffee house located at Camp St. Malo near Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park, Colorado – home to the beautiful St. Catherine’s Chapel (the Chapel on the Rock).  Mt. Meeker, a 13,911’ peak, serves as the backdrop of our property and the 100+ year old stone building where the coffee house resides.

We are looking for a hospitable, skilled barista (or quick-learner!) to serve in the coffee house.  Applicants should be excited to extend true Christian hospitality to our guests and work in a fast-paced atmosphere, with experience or the ability to be trained as a barista.  Our goal is to foster an experience of beauty and rest, with quality products and outstanding service to our guests as a way to facilitate an encounter with the Lord. The full-time position comes with housing included.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing all styles of coffee drinks and other specialty drinks

• Warming and serving pre-made food

• Handling cash & other forms of payment

• Making proficient sales transactions using our point-of-sale system (Square)

• Maintaining proper cash drawer balances

• Having thorough knowledge of St. Malo property, mission, and history

• Demonstrating impeccable product knowledge

• Able to make recommendations and suggestions to customers

• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace

• Stocking coffee, food, cups/lids, etc. throughout the shift

• Properly labeling and dating perishable items

• Loading and unloading the dishwasher as needed

• Performing opening, closing & side duties – setting up/breaking down the self-service station, cleaning countertops & tables, sweeping the floor, etc.

• Answering questions accurately and with charity

• Encountering the person in front of you with interest and respect

• Supporting and contributing to the mission and overall success of Tahosa Coffee House

• Handling customer feedback and concerns with patience and kindness

 

Other Duties:

• Performing duties which require bending & reaching

• Lifting & transporting boxes of inventory/glasses/dishes, etc.

• Standing or walking on the floor, for up to 8+ hours

• Maintaining a well-groomed appearance

• Following all uniform guidelines

• Practicing all safety & sanitation standards

• Remaining calm in a fast-paced atmosphere

• Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention to detail and a sense of urgency

• Displaying a joyful demeanor toward coworkers and customers

• Maintaining Tahosa Coffee House’s Values and Mission Statement

 

Personal Attributes: Hard working, joyful, able to work under minimal supervision.

 

Education/Experience: Previous café, coffee shop, or restaurant experience preferred.

 

Special Skills/Equipment Requirements:

–        You will need a car to get to/from work.

–        You will be required to don a Tahosa Coffee House apron and adhere to all clothing guidelines.

 

 

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Ellen Seta at [email protected]