Job Details
Availability:
- Openings 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Some closes 10:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Weekend availability
The Café Associates are coffee and tea enthusiasts who relish working with people and consistently provide a five‑star customer service experience to all members and guests. They have a knack for establishing rapport, building relationships, and brewing a great cup of java! They spread joy and optimism while preparing handcrafted beverages, promote Starbucks services, and consistently improve member retention by determining guests' coffee interests and anticipating their needs. They create genuine moments of connection and exceed expectations day in and day out.
These cheerful customer service masters are passionate about working with people. They enjoy making someone’s day a little brighter, are team‑focused and customer‑service conscious. They can multi‑task among preparing handcrafted hot or cold beverages, working the food line, and operating the cash register, all with seamless transition. They maintain white glove standards for cleanliness, possess accurate knowledge of all beverages and food items, and dig for answers when needed.
This job might be for you if you have the following talents & spirit:
- You're a Coffee Enthusiast: You have a great appreciation for a freshly brewed, fully flavorful cup of joe.
- You're Cool Under Pressure: You’re calm and collected in pressured situations.
- You Have Communication Superpowers: You play well with others and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- You Have an Innate Ability to Build Rapport: You’re friendly and welcoming to members and teammates.
- You're Detail‑Oriented:
You keep the barista station highly organized and never cut corners.
- You're Efficient & Resourceful: You’re a skilled multi‑tasker who maximizes time and maintains physical stamina.
- You're a Team Player: You actively foster a collaborative environment.
- You're Flexible: You adapt positively to change and can handle long hours, early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- You're Motivated & Driven: You take initiative and own the time you spend with us.
As a Café Associate, a typical day might include the following:
- Welcoming all members and guests and taking their orders
- Enter orders into point of sale and process transactions
- Prepare handcrafted hot and cold coffee and tea beverages tailored to clients’ orders
- Educate members and guests on the menu and make recommendations
- Answer questions regarding the menu, ingredients, etc.
- Maintain inventory and replenish supplies
- Work alongside colleagues in a team environment
- Clean and sanitize equipment and seating areas
- Comply with health and safety regulations
To Land This Role You Need To Have
- At least 1+ year in the coffee service industry
- 2+ years in the customer service industry
- Experience working busy shifts, friendly, outgoing, and dedicated to outstanding customer service
- Post‑secondary education relating to health and fitness industry and additional certifications or workshops relating to customer service are an asset
- Current CPR/First Aid certification prior to start date, maintained throughout employment; renew annually
- A recent Criminal Background Check prior to commencement of training and/or work
Perks Of This Position Include
- A competitive salary
- Group Health Benefits
- Complimentary individual membership
- Maternity/Paternity top‑up
- Team Member Perks
- Complete training and development package
- Working alongside great people in a culture that fosters empowerment
- Career‑defining growth and development opportunities
Additional Information
- Vacancy Disclosure:
- This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy
- AI Disclosure:
- To support our hiring process, artificial intelligence‑based tools may be used to assist with screening and assessment activities, alongside human review.
PLEASE NOTE: The purpose of this job advertisement is to provide you with a glimpse into the full responsibilities. It is not a complete explanation of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. We are an equal chance employer and believe in treating everyone fairly regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status or any other legally protected factors. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and upon request will provide accommodations to candidates taking part in the selection process.
We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Café Associate/Smoothie Bar Server (Toronto)
🏢 Altea
📍 Toronto