POSITION OBJECTIVE Reporting to the General Manager, Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar, the Leaf Coffee Bar Barista will have the main objective to prepare and present expertly-crafted menu items while displaying excellent customer service to ensure our guests have a wonderful experience that exceeds their expectations. The Barista will have the opportunity to master their beverage craft, develop and learn new skills, and create meaningful interactions with peers and guests every day.
Baristas will also participate in daily cash transactions, store cleanliness, hygiene, and safety, and ensure stations are well-stocked. Baristas will exemplify excellent service with the understanding that a friendly smile and a warm cup of coffee can set the tone for the guest’s day.
Key Accountabilities Serving
- Provides exceptional customer service to all guests by greeting and acknowledging all guests they come in contact with.
- Prepares beverages for Leaf visitors, bar/restaurant guests and restaurant servers.
- Assists guests in selecting food and beverage choices by presenting the menu and offering beverages.
- Explain menu options to guests that tell the story of the Biomes.
- Answers food & beverage preparation questions and seeks guidance from kitchen staff on special dietary requirement questions.
- Maintains tables/Coffee Bar cleanliness.
- Adheres to all MB Health regulations.
- Punches orders into POS; issues bills and accepts payment from customers.
- Acts as an ambassador to APC and Park Hospitality by answering questions about attractions and special events happening both in The Leaf and within the Park as a whole.
- Prepare garnishes, stock, and set up Coffee Bar for service.
- Follow all recipes as they apply to any beverage products as determined by the General Manager.
Training and Administration
- Assists with the training of new baristas and servers.
- Coaches and mentors junior baristas and serving staff on an ongoing basis.
- Participate in regular shift/staff meetings to ensure all staff and volunteers have current information on park events and the current business priorities of Park Hospitality.
- Intervenes and aids staff when necessary to promote guest satisfaction.
- Ensures compliance with all inventory control SOP’s
- Ensures compliance with effective cash management and cash-out procedures.
Health and Safety
- Adheres to all LGCA and MB Health regulations.
- Ensure cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in the restaurant areas, including refrigerators and storerooms and that food products are rotated to ensure high standards of freshness.
- Ensure the work area is clean, tidy, and stocked.
- Ensure maintenance requests, incident reports and incident investigations are submitted to the MOD.
- Oversee deliveries to ensure the products have been delivered, stored, and secured according to the standards set by the Executive Chef and provincial health regulations.
General Duties
- Adhere and comply with all policies, safety regulations and safe work practices that will ensure a safe work environment.
- Maintain a professional image while working and provide extraordinary experiences to our guests while performing daily work activities.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and visitors.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and proven ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.
What’s in it for you?
- Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
- The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
- Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay secure, while helping to keep our guests safe.
- Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
- A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
- We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.
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