Front End Barista

Job Overview
Cuckoo Cakery is a luxury-yet-approachable cakery cafe known for chiffon cakes, Basque cheesecakes, cookies, pastries, and artisanal drinks - all made with premium, natural ingredients. We're looking for a cheerful, dedicated and passionate Front End Barista to join our growing team and help deliver an exceptional experience to every guest who walks through our doors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, teas, and specialty beverages with consistency and care.
• Provide warm, welcoming customer service — share product knowledge and engage customers in a genuine, attentive way.
• Handle delicate pastries and cakes with care, ensuring presentation and packaging are always beautiful, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized and well-stocked front-of-house at all times.
• Operate POS systems efficiently and accurately.
• Work harmoniously with the bakers, and fellow front-of-house team members.
• Help manage inventory of front display items, ensuring freshness and quality are always upheld.
• Thrive under fast-paced, high-volume environments, especially during peak hours.

What We're Looking For

• Previous cafe/barista or front-of-house experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Passionate about coffee, drinks, pastries, desserts and high-quality ingredients.
• Strong attention to detail and appreciation for beautiful presentation.
• Positive, proactive, respectful, and upbeat attitude.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexible availability (weekends and holidays may be required).
• Food Handler Certificate (an asset).

Join our team as a Front End Barista and contribute to creating an enjoyable shopping experience for our customers!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Store discount

Work Location: In person