Barista I – Part-Time

Ho-Chunk, Inc.

Barista providing excellent customer service and educating customers about premium coffees and teas. Responsibilities include managing transactions, assisting in food prep, and maintaining a positive work environment.

Posted 7/22/2026part-timeSioux City • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills by providing excellent service, educating customers about products, and maintaining a positive attitude. Capable of effectively processing transactions and contributing to a collaborative work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer ServiceEspresso Drink PreparationStrong Communication SkillsPoint Of Sale (POS) TransactionsFood Preparation

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Hard Skills

Espresso Drink PreparationFood PreparationBakingTransaction ProcessingCustomer Education

Soft Skills

Positive AttitudeInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Point Of Sale (POS) SystemTelephone

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Customer SatisfactionOrganic CoffeeTeaCafé Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for honoring each and every customer by providing excellent customer service.
Barista is responsible for educating customers about our premium organic coffees and teas.
Always display a positive attitude to ensure return of our customers who are the reason for our business.
Greet all customers with a friendly smile.
Initiates dialogue and develops rapport with customers by learning their names, favorite drinks and food items.
Generates customer satisfaction; responds appropriately to customer concerns.
Accurately processes transactions through the POS and counts back change to customers.
Answer the café’s telephone in a friendly manner using a professional greeting.
Sells and services baked goods and miscellaneous food items to customers.
Assists in the opening and/or closing of the café.
Assist with the baking, Food Prep and Catering
Provides top quality espresso shots for hot and cold beverages.
Communicates with coworkers and management to solve problems and improve quality and service.
Works with coworkers and management to effectively implement change.
Contributes to a positive work environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Some experience in making espresso drinks is helpful but will train the right person.
The ability to stand for long periods of time must be able to push and pull up to 40 pounds.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Reliable transportation and a working phone
Must be 18 years of age.
Maintains a valid Driver’s License and be insurable under company insurance provider/program.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off