Barista Lead

Healthy Living is looking for a Barista Lead to join our team, providing leadership to the Barista staff and ensuring exceptional guest care. The position requires at least 2 years of retail experience, preferably in a café/food service, and previous leadership experience.

Requirements

• At least 2 years in a retail environment
• Previous leadership experience
• Previous cash handling & POS experience
• Previous buying, inventory management or equivalent experience
• Previous guest service experience
• Previous Barista experience preferred
• Working knowledge of POS systems; cash register
• Fundamental food knowledge to include coffee/espresso/juice and/or willingness to learn
• Basic knife skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Creativity and passion for the product (loves food & coffee!)
• Positive attitude
• High energy and an ability to work in a demanding environment
• Self-management and an ability to remain calm under any stressful situation
• An ability to be quick on their feet and make smart decisions instantaneously
• Ability to communicate with various types of people in various ways (written, verbal, demonstration)
• Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Approachability; works effectively and relates well with others
• Ability to manage conflict and see them as opportunities
• Problem-solving abilities; resourcefulness
• Patience
• Reliability; regular and punctual attendance
• Scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the department; early mornings/evenings, weekends and holidays