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Barista

Reston, VA

Position Description:  

The Barista is responsible for delivering an exceptional guest experience through friendly, efficient service while maintaining ParkX brand standards. This role serves as a guest relations ambassador, ensuring a welcoming environment through professionalism, teamwork, and attention to detail. The Barista supports daily operations by preparing beverages, handling point-of-sale transactions, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. 

 

Responsibilities 

  • Provide courteous, professional, and engaging service to all guests and associates at all times 
  • Prepare and serve beverages and food items in accordance with brand standards and recipes 
  • Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems accurately and efficiently 
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café, equipment, and service areas 
  • Uphold company standards for work procedures, dress, grooming, punctuality, and attendance 
  • Adapt to changes in work areas and operational procedures with a positive, flexible attitude 
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and continuously improve existing ones 
  • Identify and resolve routine operational issues independently; ask for assistance when needed 
  • Actively support team members and assist with additional duties as required 
  • Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures at all times 
  • Properly handle keys, equipment, and materials in accordance with established protocols 
  • Use safe lifting techniques and follow guidelines for handling heavy objects and carts 
  • Safely use, store, and handle cleaning chemicals and supplies 
  • Promptly identify and report safety hazards or security concerns to management 
  • Serve as a guest relations ambassador, reinforcing a positive and welcoming environment 
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

 

Qualifications 

  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English 
  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact effectively with guests 
  • Self-starter with a calm, even disposition and a team-oriented mindset 
  • Willingness to assist co-workers and “pitch in” as needed 
  • Ability to operate a point-of-sale system 
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds 
  • Ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 150 pounds 
  • Commitment to maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

  • Spend time sitting, standing, and walking 
  • Spend time making repetitive motions 
  • Push, pull or lift to 50 pounds 
  • Able to use his/her hands to manipulate/control tools and/or objects 
  • Work under distracting or uncomfortable noise levels 
  • Work indoors in a temperature-controlled environment and outside 
  • Respectful of shared workspace and physical proximity with other 

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