Job Application for Summer Part-time Barista at Penland School of Craft

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Who We Are

Penland School of Craft is an international center for craft education offering residential workshops, residencies, community education programs, and exhibitions. Located on 420 acres in the NC Mountains, Penland has 16 teaching studios and 60 historic and contemporary buildings. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a staff of 50+. Penland operates with a $54 million endowment and an annual operating budget of $8.4 million. We are located about an hour northeast of Asheville, NC.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Penland School of Craft, we believe that fostering a climate of equity, inclusion, diversity, and antiracism are essential to our work. We are committed to creating a campus community free of discrimination, and we welcome everyone who supports this commitment.

Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian, and other people who identify as people of color or BIPOC individuals are encouraged to apply, as are people holding other marginalized identities related to gender, sexual orientation, ability, and class background.

Summer Coffee House Barista

Reports to: Coffee House Manager

Department: Operations

Employment Status: Temporary part-time

(May 18 - August 24, 2025)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Start date: May 18, 2025

Last Updated: April 24, 2025

Position Summary

The Coffee House Barista is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, preparing and serving menu items as requested, performing daily clean-up, and operating a cash register. This position reports to the coffee house manager and is a part-time (up to 16-hours per week), non-exempt, temporary position. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Primary Responsibilities

Works the counter with the coffee house manager
Operates the cash register
Makes coffee, other drinks, and food to order
Completes shift duties as outlined by the coffee house manager
Completes daily and weekly clean-up
Uses good hygiene practices in the handling of all food items
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must have completed high school or equivalent, and be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations using a cash register.
Must be able to multitask and have good customer service skills.
Must have transportation to and from the school.
Food service experience, including food prep and wait staff experience, is preferred.

Must have current COVID vaccination and boosters or a Penland-approved exemption.

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls and talk fluently and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk in areas of the campus with uneven terrain. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Compensation

The starting wage for this position is $16.40 per hour for up to 16 hours per week.

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The position will remain open until filled.

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Summer Part-time Barista

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