Canyon Coffee is hiring full time and part time baristas for our first New York location in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. Baristas at Canyon uphold our values of warmth, quality, connection, and mindful growth. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who enjoy creating expertly crafted beverages and providing exceptional service to our customers. Canyon cafes are neighborhood hubs where our employees, customers, neighbors, and collaborators feel welcome and inspired. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced setting while creating community in Prospect Heights.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

-Prepare and serve a variety of coffee, espresso, tea and specialty beverages according to

company standards

-Prepare and serve menu of signature/seasonal toasts & sandwiches according to company

standards

-Handle POS/register transactions efficiently, accurately and with Canyon hospitality

-Greet and interact with customers warmly and provide excellent customer service

-Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cafe and assigned stations throughout shifts

-Assist with expediting at various stations where needs arise (expo/food, bar, pastry/pos,

door/line, etc.)

-Commit to teamwork and support & aid co-workers when needs arise

-Help maintain cafe service, flow and cleanliness with running, bussing, dish, cleaning,

organizing throughout shift

-Follow DOH / safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for team and customers

-Assist in inventory control through proper labeling, organization, FIFO and restocking

-Promote menu items and upsell products to enhance customer experience

-Be mindful/observant and have attention to detail to maintain quality of all F&B being made

and served

QUALIFICATIONS

-2+ years previous experience in food & beverage concepts, specifically busy/high-volume cafes &

coffee shops or similar. Those with consistent/thorough specialty coffee experience a

plus/prioritized

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills

-Ability to work efficiently and with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment and to

maintain/apply similar work ethic during lulls/slow periods

-Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays

-Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and beverage preparation

-Positive attitude, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

-Frequent standing, walking, using stairs (team members will need to enter/exit

basement occasionally for various tasks/shifts)

-Ability to occasionally lift or use equipment to move or transport items up to 40lbs

-Ability to learn and utilize food prep and beverage equipment safely and according to

DOH and company protocols

-Frequent bending at the waist, reaching, grabbing, potential squatting, kneeling

-Moving / working indoor and outdoor (patio, deliveries, hospitality) throughout seasons

-Exposure to generally bustling/loud cafe environments, music, guest chatter, street

noises, etc.

BENEFITS

-Health Insurance for FT employees (approx/avg 30 hours/weekly)

-401k

-Company Discounts

-Work/Life Balance

-Professional Growth and Earning Potential

-Professional, Respectful and Supportive Environment with continued education and

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