Do you enjoy Coffee? Providing top tier customer experiences? How about making it your career?

You’re in the right place! We are hiring a Part-Time Barista to join our team in South Lake Union to share the experience of Caffe Umbria coffee!

About Caffe Umbria: Umbria Coffee Roasters (Caffè Umbria) is an artisan coffee roaster with roasteries in Seattle and Chicago, and cafés in Seattle, Portland, Chicago and Miami Beach. We are known for our exceptional coffees, our innovative coffee products, and our level of hospitality and service.

To learn more, check out our website: https://caffeumbria.com/

Key Details:

• Location: South Lake Union (Greater Seattle, WA)
• Pay: $16-$17/hour DOE + tips (average hourly tips are $13)
• Hours/Schedule: 20-30 hours per week, openers and closers
• Additional Offerings: FREE Coffee, Transit Pass, Robust coffee training and mentorship program, A fun Italian-Centric environment, Top of the line coffee equipment, Opportunity to contribute to IRA after 2 years and more.

Responsibilities: Our retail cafés are the face of our business and the interaction most people have with our brand. In the Barista role, you will prepare expertly crafted coffee drinks, develop relationships with customers, and help with the daily café operations. Duties include:

• Delivering exceptional customer service to all customers who walk through our doors.
• Crafting and serving beverages and food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards.
• Providing knowledgeable and enthusiastic expertise about coffee, tea preparation and products to enhance the customer experience.
• Assisting with setup, cleanup, stock work and handling of food items.
• Tasting all drip coffee and espresso to ensure it meets Caffè Umbria standards.
• Contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
• Attending sponsored local events and networking opportunities.
• Participating in ongoing coffee education.

Qualifications: At Caffe Umbria we look for people who feel a sense of ownership in creating an incredible customer experience, have a desire to learn, are passionate about the industry, and have a strong work ethic and commitment. For the Barista position specifically, additional qualifications include:

• Ability to provide excellent customer service with a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to make positive connections with others.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced work environment, managing multiple priorities while collaborating with teammates.
• Previous experience in coffee / food service / hospitality industry or customer service is a plus!
• Passion for coffee and the ever-changing landscape of the coffee world with a thirst to always learn more.
• Strong work ethic and commitment that will allow you to exceed your expectations.
• Willingness to work at other locations in Seattle are if needed.
• Food handler’s card required.

Caffe Umbria is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Part-time