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Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
This all-day bakery, café and Burmese restaurant opened in January 2022 in the heart of downtown Ojai, and is housed in an historic building on the site of the town’s first bakery. It’s an “everything place” that captures the spirit of Ojai’s farmers and artisans, and is a fun eclectic collaboration amongst friends and family—Zoe, Josh, Baker Kelsey Brito and Chef Saw Naing. Daytime features great coffee and tea from local purveyors, rustic breads and pastries, comforting egg dishes, fresh salads and seasonal sandwiches. Nighttime shifts into an energetic restaurant featuring Burmese fare, as a celebration of Saw’s heritage. Sommelier Emily Johnston curates a list of small production wines focused on grapes farmed in an ecologically-responsible way, alongside the team’s farmers’ market-driven classic cocktails and mocktails, and regional craft beers. Everything is crafted from beautiful ingredients, with the majority coming from within 50 miles, including Zoe and Josh’s 50/50 Farms and other farms focused on soil health.
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Barista to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a love for coffee, a keen attention to detail, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. As a Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of coffee drinks, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and ensuring a positive experience for our customers.
Duties and responsibilities
As lead barista, your job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintaining the coffee program
Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and espresso drinks, including lattes, cappuccinos, and specialty beverages.
Ensure the quality and consistency of coffee beverages by following recipes and techniques.
Operate coffee-making equipment, including espresso machines, grinders, and brewers.
R+D of new items for the beverage program
Assist with restocking supplies and inventory management.
Uphold health and safety standards by following proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
Maintains coffee equipment
Requirements
Minimum 1 year barista experience and experience with latte art
Must be available to work on weekends
Strong knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and equipment.
Food Handlers Permit
Excellent customer service skills
Friendly and outgoing
On time and professional
Physical Demands
Requires moderate physical effort. Standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling and pushing, lifting of weight up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions
Noise, heat, temperature changes, kitchen elements, odors, moisture, etc. May be required to work additional hours as dictated by the workload and staffing. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Uniform Requirements
Clean non-slip shoes
Clean white t-shirt
Clean blue jeans
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($16.00) plus tips
Estimated Weekly Tips: $400
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Latte Art
Customer Service
Coffee brewing techniques
Food Handling
Inventory Management
Physical Stamina
Time Management
Ability to Work Weekends, Evenings, and Holidays
