Barista in Salt Lake, Utah at Friends of Switchpoint Inc

Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, upselling specials and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should possess strong customer service skills and knowledge of espresso machines and other coffee equipment operations. This position involves shift work for early mornings, evenings and holidays.

· Greet and interact with customers

· Educate customers about menu items and answer any questions

· Take orders with attention to detail, such as allergies and preferences

· Follow recipes to prepare beverages

· Serve coffee, team and other beverages as well as cafe food items

· Receive and process cash, debit and credit payments

· Maintain a clean and organized work area

· Maintain espresso and brewing equipment to ensure proper function and identify repair or maintenance needs

· Comply with health and safety regulation

· Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items