KalTire Looking for Cafeteria Worker – Barista (Part-time) at Vernon, British Columbia, Canada Full Time

Part-time Cafeteria Worker Barista

Vernon, BC

Role Description

The Barista is a crucial member of the food service team responsible for providing excellent customer service and ensuring the smooth operation of a cafeteria or food establishment. This role involves preparing coffee and tea for customers, serving food to customers, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the cafeteria, handling cash transactions, and creating a positive dining experience for all patrons.

Responsibilities

Coffee Preparation, Food Service and Customer Interaction

• Prepare a variety of coffee and tea-based beverages, ensuring quality, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Greet customers warmly and provide friendly and efficient service.
• Serve food items, beverages, and snacks to customers.
• Answer customer inquiries about menu items, ingredients, and special dietary requirements.
• Handle customer feedback and resolve any complaints or concerns with professionalism and courtesy.

Cash Handling and Point-of-Sales (POS) Operations:

• Operate the cash register or POS system to process transactions accurately.
• Handle cash, credit card, or electronic payment transactions following established procedures.
• Issue receipts and ensure proper recording of sales.
• Maintain cash register floats and reconcile cash at the end of the shift.

Teamwork:

• Collaborate with kitchen staff, and other cafeteria team members to ensure a smooth flow of dishwashing operations.
• Assist in other kitchen-related tasks, such as food prep, as directed by the Chef.
• Assist with delivery of catering to meetings within the office.

Cafeteria Set-up and Cleanliness:

• Assist in setting up the cafeteria for service, including arranging tables, chairs, and condiments.
• Keep the dining area clean, tidy, and well-maintained during service hours.
• Clear and clean tables promptly after customers finish their meals.
• Monitor and restock condiment stations, napkins, and utensils as needed.

Food Safety and Hygiene:

• Follow food safety guidelines and ensure proper handling, storage, and serving of food items.
• Maiatain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the cafeteria, including cleaning surfaces, floors, and equipment regularly.Monitor food temperatures and report any issues to the supervisor immediately.

Food Preparation Assistance:

• Assist the kitchen staff in preparing ingredients, such as chopping vegetables, peeling fruits, and portioning food items.
• Help with basic cooking tasks, such as boiling pasta, grilling sandwiches, or frying simple dishes under supervision.
• Ensure all food preparation areas are kept clean and organized.

Cleaning and Sanitization:

• Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen by washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean kitchen surfaces, countertops, and floors regularly to uphold hygiene standards.
• Empty trash bins and ensure proper waste disposal.

Stock Management:

• Assist in receiving, unpacking, and storing food supplies, ensuring proper rotation and FIFO (first-in, first-out) system.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify supervisors when supplies are running low.
• Help in restocking shelves and fridges as needed.

Requirements

• Previous Barista experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Defined contribution pension plan and a group RRSP/DPSP matching program
• Positive work culture, opportunities for growth and development, and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, such as training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact – It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.