Location: 285 west 110th street, Purple Waves
About Us: Purple Waves is a brand new neighborhood cafe and wine bar located at the nexus of the UWS, Harlem and Morningside Heights. We take pride in offering a warm, inviting space where the community can come together to savor fresh and local food and beverages and enjoy each other's company. We are committed to promoting sustainability, circularity, waste elimination, and supporting local producers, and are looking for passionate individuals to join our team.
Position Overview: Are you a skilled and enthusiastic barista with a passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing our environmental impact? We are seeking a dedicated Barista to join our team at Purple Waves. As a Barista, you will play a crucial role in crafting exceptional coffee and beverage experiences for our diverse community. As a new business, it is important that our staff members are team players and happy to assist with various tasks as needed, including food service, taking customer orders, dishwashing, etc.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, tea, and wine beverages to customers
- Greet and interact with customers in a friendly and welcoming manner
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cafe and bar area
- Handle cash and card transactions accurately
- Assist in restocking inventory and supplies
- Contribute to the creation of a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all patrons
- Stay updated on coffee and beverage offerings, including their sourcing and sustainability aspects
- Support our commitment to sustainability, circularity, waste elimination, and local sourcing
Qualifications:
- Previous barista experience is required
- A deep understanding and appreciation of sustainability, circularity, waste elimination, and local sourcing is strongly preferred
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Applicants from our neighbourhood and community are strongly encouraged to apply