Barista (part time)

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward and that aligns with our core values of being Welcoming, Curious, Authentic, and Passionate.     

We are searching for an engaging, courteous Barista. In this role, you will greet customers, answer questions, take orders, accept payments, and prepare and serve food and drinks.  You will also maintain a clean and well-stocked workspace and dining area, update displays, and continuously expand your knowledge of food and beverage quality controls, preparation methods, and presentations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments
• Preparing foods, such as sandwiches or baked goods, grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea, and serving items to customers
• Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods
• Cleaning and restocking work and dining area and empty trash and sanitizing equipment and utensils
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality
• Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter
• Working as part of a fun, high-energy team
• Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls

Your Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage preparation or customer service 
• Barista experience preferred
• Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early morning weekends, and holidays.

Special Skills

• Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• A polite engaging personality.

This is a physical position that requires frequent standing, walking, and bending.