Lead Barista

Lead Barista

Description:

The Lead Barista utilizes their passion for coffee to guide their co-workers through the intricate and fascinating world of coffee. They report directly to their Store Manager, and, secondarily, to the Head Trainer. They will collaborate with them on coffee recipe upkeep, as well as actively communicating with and supporting their team members for optimal execution of the coffee program.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the standards and systems set by Rosso that enable a consistent and high quality coffee program.
• Providing supportive and individualized training for the entire cafe team.
• Logging weekly KPIs to ensure upkeep of equipment, and coffee quality.
• Regular tasting of filter coffee, espresso and pour overs to adjust recipes and maximize flavor.
• Regularly communicating personal and staff needs, in regards to coffee quality and staff training, with their Manager and the Head Trainer.
• Ensuring their cafe has the necessary tools, training and inventory necessary for pour over service.
• Tracking the coffee-relevant skill development of their co-workers over time.
• An active contributor to developing their cafe’s coffee quality procedures, coffee culture and systems of efficiency.
• Be an active member and participant at internal Rosso events, such as coffee tastings or internal coffee competitions.
• Keeping a tertiary understanding of external coffee events, such as World Barista Competitions.
• High proficiency in coffee brewing techniques, including but not limited to, espresso, pour-over, immersion, hybrid, cold-brew, and other styles of coffee.

Role Requirements:

• Previous experience within the specialty coffee industry is beneficial, though not necessary.
• Completion of Rosso’s Advanced Training courses.
• A flexible schedule and available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, preferably closer to 30.
• Passion for specialty coffee—an overall interest and desire to work and grow within the company and the industry.
• Compassionate and growth oriented communication, teaching and teamwork skills.
• Basic understanding of coffee machinery and the internal workings of coffee related equipment for basic, in the moment troubleshooting and maintenance demands.
• Willingness to put time into developing and improving upon coffee tasting, brewing, and evaluating skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively to achieve results.
• Have a no-excuses, execution mindset to see tasks and projects through from start to finish.
• Be results-oriented and process driven, with high expectations of self and team.

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Work Location: In person