Baristas

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Job descriptionSweetwaters Coffee & Tea is looking for Baristas that enjoy working with people and making coffee, espresso, and tea beverages. We are an established, premium coffeehouse brand that was founded in Ann Arbor and has been operating successfully for over 30 years.  

This Sweetwaters is located on the beautiful north campus inside of the University of Michigan Pierpont Common Student Union with easy access to the bus system.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure coffee, tea, and espresso drinks are correctly and efficiently prepared to Sweetwaters standards. 
• Provide friendly, accurate, and efficient guest service.
• Execute accurate and proper cash handling procedures.
• Ensure the café is clean, organized, and inviting at all times. 
• Maintain and communicate your knowledge of the coffee, teas, and other products offered at Sweetwaters. 

Training OfferedBarista training offered to candidates that successfully complete New Team Member training.

Educational ValueOpportunity to be promoted to management training for the right candidate.

Requirements for the jobMust have strong customer service skills, enjoy drinking coffee or tea, food service experience preferred but not required. 

• Loves to laugh and work in a positive environment.
• Must be available at least 15 hours per a week and at least 2 shifts on the weekend. 
• Food service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Ability to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. 
• Previous experience with cash handling and register systems.
• Passionate about giving, upbeat, friendly, and authentic customer service

Training OfferedManagement training offered to qualified candidates. 

Compensation & Benefits
$15.00 - $15.50 per hour + tips.  (Base rate is $13 per and hour)
*hourly rate includes tips.  Must be available to work at least 15 hours/week.  Increased rate for 30+ hours/week. 
Must be available on weekends. Brewed coffees, teas, and Cold Brews are a perk during shifts! Opportunity for professional advancement in our growing company.