Lead Barista

Description

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lead Barista to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

Pay Range: $18.22 - $21.00 hourly. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The UCCS Lead Barista assists the Retail Manager in overseeing the preparation of quality beverages for the campus community in the DHS Retail Big Cat Coffee shop locations. The Lead Barista must possess a spirit of hospitality and must practice service excellence. Dining and Hospitality Services operating principles are respect, trust, and growth.

This position is designated as essential services. The ability and willingness to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required. Must be committed to student employment and professional development opportunities for students.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Retail Manager in all aspects of operations, maintenance, and service from the Big Cat Coffee locations.

• Greet and serve all customers with kindness and respect.

• Take customer orders and process payments.

• Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks, such as coffee, tea, and specialty beverages.

• Store and serve small meals, pastries, sandwiches, and cakes.

• Clean and sanitize work areas, seating areas, equipment, and utensils.

• Restock displays and communicating to the Retail Manager any order or repair requirements.

• Describe and have knowledge of menu items, suggest products, and answer customer questions.

• Assist in the testing and development of beverage recipes.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: September 29th, 2024.
• Potential interview dates: September 30th - October 4th.
• Potential start date: Early to Mid October.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• 3 years or more of experience in coffee preparation and service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year or more of experience in a leadership role in coffee preparation and service.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employees are required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and have fine motor skills including reaching, handling, and fingering. Must have good depth perception, color vision and field of vision. Tasting and smelling within normal range. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs and constantly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. In this position employees will have exposure to extreme cold and extreme heat.

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