Equator Coffee Roasters is an Ottawa, Ontario-based, mission-driven coffee roasting company. We exist to connect the coffee drinker to the coffee farmer, from one family to another. We believe the world is a better place with better quality coffee that is sourced ethically and cared for organically. At Equator, coffee is more than just a beautiful beverage; it’s a way to change the world for the better. Our cafes serve as the “front line” of our company and brand – a place for customers to learn and enjoy our core values:service, quality, community.

JOB SUMMARY

The Barista is responsible for preparing high-quality espresso-based beverages, maintaining precise brewing standards and consistency, and preparing non-coffee beverages. Baristas must have a genuine interest in coffee, regularly taste espresso, and continuously refine their palate. They are also required to follow the specialty coffee standards established by Equator Coffee at all times. The role requires proficiency in latte art and a robust understanding of coffee extraction, milk texturing, and equipment handling. Baristas are expected to have their stations prepared and fully stocked, learn and execute new seasonal recipes, and uphold the café’s specialty coffee standards. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning are essential. Beyond working behind the bar, baristas play a key role in setting the tone of the café by engaging with customers, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and building genuine connections. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean, organized workspace, ensuring all equipment and service areas meet the café’s cleanliness and hygiene standards at all times.

Requirements





- Must like coffee, as it requires to taste espresso when calibrating every shift and throughout the shift.
- Please showcase your latte art skills by including it in your cover letter.
- Looking forPermanent Part time Baristas. (Not seasonal sorry)
- Requires to be available to work weekdays and Saturdays & Sundays.
- Must be available to work a minimum of 2 shifts a week.
- On-Calls are a requirement for all part-timers

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Barista's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Barista Skills

- Responsible for calibrating the grinder every shift and making adjustment based on specialty coffee standards used by Equator.
- Knows the beverage menu, and is able to explain the difference between drinks to a customer. For example, Flat white vs Latte.
- Knowledgeable of the origins of coffee, from crop to cop, which country it grows, different types (Arabica, Robusta etc).
- Follows appropriate grinding and dosing procedures and maintains grinder throughout the day
- Produces quality and consistent textured milk through proper steaming procedures and learns to dose appropriate quantities of milk to avoid waste.
- Able to identify all parts and accessories related to the espresso machine and grinders




- Follows proper recipe and procedures for producing consistent espresso shots and testing for quality control throughout the shift
- Skilled in Latte art and can consistently pour hearts, tulips, and rosettas.
- Follows all cleaning procedures after each beverage and throughout the shift, keeping workspace, equipment and accessories clean and tidy.
- Ensure work stations are prepped for busy periods, and are topped up/re-filled in a timely manner.
- Delivers speed of service with intentional movements, accuracy of orders, and looking at orders ahead, to batch milk.
- Counters and workspaces are clean.
- And other tasks assigned by the management.

Customer Service

- Acts with integrity and honesty promoting the culture, values and standards of Equator
- Attains a high level of company and product knowledge in order to answer customer inquiries
- Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard
- Delivers legendary customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting personally with the customer
- Serves customers on the floor by delivering food and beverage, busing tables and keeping all service areas clean and stocked

Cashier/POS/Server

The Barista is expected to work the point of sales/cash and server positions, if the cashier has stepped away, or only baristas are scheduled on shift.

- Greets customer; requests and receives order including method of delivery; delivers basic items not requiring preparation (brewed coffee, baked goods, etc.)
- For all “for here” orders, provides a number to customer and delivers product when ready

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