Coffee Shop Barista (Part-Time)
Frisco, TX, United States
Overview
Since 1979, Insight for Living Ministries has been committed to excellence in teaching the study and application of God's Word. Chuck Swindoll and his wife, Cynthia, began the ministry by broadcasting Chuck's Bible-teaching program, Insight for Living, on 18 stations. Today, the program airs on over 2,000 stations, can be streamed through various online channels, and can be heard in 70 countries and eight languages.
We also produce quality Bible-study resources, have a dynamic online presence, provide pastoral counseling, and actively walk alongside listeners through life's challenges. As a ministry, we're committed to Vision 195 , our strategic mission to pursue Jesus' Great Commission by extending God's grace and making disciples in all 195 countries and their 6,875 heart languages.
In addition to our international headquarters in Frisco, TX, we currently have ministry offices in 10 countries, where our pastors translate resources, train church leaders to use Chuck's Searching the Scriptures Bible-study methods, serve their communities, and pursue Vision 195 in their languages. When you join the Insight for Living Ministries family, you'll become a part of a talented group of men and women uniquely gifted and called to help people around the world live with the lifechanging power of God's Word.
Position Summary
The Coffee Shop barista provides outstanding customer experiences through serving specialty coffee and food while building and fostering customer relationships. Performing duties in an effective and efficient manner, the barista maintains the highest standards of quality and excellence in all functions. A proactive self-starter, this individual takes full ownership of all Coffee Shop duties while promoting and supporting the mission of Insight for Living Ministries (IFLM).
Core Job Functions
Coffee Preparation and Delivery (25%)
Prepares and delivers drinks to order and according to specialty coffee standards
Encourages a healthy, productive, and customer-oriented environment
Upholds Coffee Shop best practices related to customer experiences, daily operations, health and safety, inventory, and merchandising
Maintains effective documentation of all relevant items related to daily operations, inventory, expiration dates, waste, and maintenance/repair
Receives and checks inventory upon delivery
Stocks all products each day and informs lead barista and/or manager regarding inventory needs
Customer Interactions (20%) Welcomes and acknowledges all customers cheerfully
Regulates and expresses emotions appropriately (Ephesians 4:26)
Interacts with customers in a healthy, positive manner (Romans 12:18)
Interacts intentionally with customers in friendly, engaging, and professional ways
Builds rapport quickly and easily through meaningful connections and showing interest
Carefully listens for accurate understanding of others' needs (James 1:19)
Cleaning (20%) Demonstrates commitment and willingness to serve customers and staff by cleaning (John 13:14-15)
Follows all cleaning schedules and checklists
Cleans all items thoroughly and meticulously
Uses appropriate cleaning tools and materials
Always upholds highest standards of cleanliness
Professionalism (5%) Communicates professionally
Adheres to IFLM and Coffee Shop policies and procedures
Maintains consistent and reliable attendance
Manages stress and attitude in a professional manner
Produces expected work levels consistently
Technical Skills (10%) Understands barista techniques effectively to ensure delivery of superior-tasting coffee and drinks delivered in a timely fashion
Uses job-related technology effectively (point-of-sale, etc.)
Ensures completion of tasks, processes, and procedures without error and within required timeframes
Customer Experience Philosophy (5%) Adheres to Coffee Shop "Customer Experience Philosophy"
Anticipates and fulfills needs appropriately
Exercises empowerment, balancing customer and organizational needs
Exercises sound judgment and decisive action
Professional Development (5%) Commits to the challenges of growth and development per the "Professional Development Plan"
Pursues designated knowledge and/or experience with a positive attitude
Completes assigned tasks with excellence and in a timely manner
Team Member Contribution (10%) Models IFLM's core values through daily conduct
Exerts initiative and drive to improve departmental and organizational operations
Owns problems, creates solutions, and maintains personal accountability for results
Position Specifications
Job Qualifications One or more years prior barista experience desired
Strong customer service orientation and demeanor
Self-starter, driven to excel in all tasks
Highly relational and works well with people at all levels
Effectively balances building relationships with completing tasks
Meticulous and thorough in completing all responsibilities
Completes tasks within specified timelines
Strong work ethic with ability to take direction
Communicates clearly, succinctly, and effectively with others
Proactive in identifying and fulfilling Coffee Shop-related needs
Exceptional observation skills regarding cleanliness needs
Growth mind-set and a positive attitude
Adheres to a set task schedule, yet able to adjust when needed
Capable of standing for prolonged periods of time
Ability to efficiently use point-of-sale systems and databases
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The barista position is part-time; all positions will include some weekend and holiday work. Specific scheduling for this open position includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday availability.