Barista/Event Server

Are you a people-oriented person who is energetic and motivated? If you enjoy good food and coffee, and work well in a supportive environment with a passionate team, we would like to hear from you!

Blue Hat Bakery-Café and Bistro at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is looking for a Barista/Event Serverto work in our full-service café and event space. The qualified applicant should have serving experience and be available to between 20 - 35 hours a week for our evening events along with hours in the café.

The barista duties includes:
· Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, tea, and specialty drinks
· Take customer orders and provide exceptional customer service
· Operate espresso machines and other café equipment to make beverages according to established recipes and quality standards
· Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work area, equipment, and utensils
· Handle cash transactions accurately and efficiently
· Maintain inventory of supplies and restock as needed
· Follow all food safety and handling procedures
· Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operation of the coffee shop
· Other duties as assigned

The Event Server duties includes:
· Greeting private event participants
· Serving food and beverages
· Setting up table and room for service
· Clearing tables, moving any tables and chairs as required
· Proper handling of all equipment before, during and after usage
· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
· Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and outgoing personality
· Experience in preparing and serving coffee and food in a hospitality environment
· Excellent communication skills and enjoy working with the public
· Punctual, reliable and honest
· Thrive in a fast-paced environment while keep calm under pressure and maintaining an attention to detail
· Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively
· Basic math skills for cash handling and order processing
· Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in the food industry
· Be able to lift up to 15kgs
· Serving It Right certificate
· Previous experience as a barista or server is preferred but not required; we are willing to train the right candidate·
· Be able to legally work in Canada

Blue Hat Bakery-Cafe & Bistro Event Space is part of Vancouver's best professional culinary training institute, Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts. We boast a stunning, marina-side café and event space with views to the city and mountains. We are centrally located at the entrance of Granville Island and easily accessible via transit.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $16.75 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to Commute:

• Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y4 (required)

Work Location: In person