Now Hiring!
Sales Associate and Barista
(+\- 10-20 hours per week with the possibility of more hours throughout the Season)
Hourly Pay: $15/hour + electronic tip share + additional benefits
The Sales Associate will work for both businesses, Bread & Butter Farm and Blank Page Cafe and will report to Eric Seaton (Sales Manager, Bread and Butter Farm) and Mike Proia (Owner, Blank Page Cafe).
Job Summary:
This role’s primary function will be customer service for both the cafe and farm store. The primary responsibilities will be front facing and in-person customer service for the retail component of the Bread and Butter Farm Store and Blank Page Cafe which will include coffee/espresso bar service for Blank Page Cafe’s coffee and treats operation (Barista).
Customer service and interacting with our community of patrons in a positive way will be the most important aspect of this position.
Specific responsibilities of the Sales Associate and Barista include, but are not limited to:
Fulfillment of orders and customer interaction
Farm/Cafe advocacy & in-person word-of-mouth marketing (i.e., share our story with customers!)
Pack orders and manage our point of sale systems
Restock and maintain farm store inventory and aesthetics (inside and entry area)
Barista/Cafe front of house responsibilities
Open and closing procedures
Making coffee and tea beverages
Maintaining cafe front-end inventory and aesthetic (keeping the service area clean and organized)
Front end bar service prep and breakdown
Light kitchen prep during slow periods
Light dish washing activity (hand washing)
Growth Opportunities:
Potential for extra hours related to special on-farm events and catering gigs
Qualifications:
Retail experience in food and food service preferred but not required. Experience working with an espresso machine/making espresso drinks preferred but not required. We will train you on our espresso machine!
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Values community
Passion for and knowledge of organic farming practices
Sound judgment, professionalism, and positive attitude
Team player and strong interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and explore growth opportunities
Interested in nutrition and a holistic approach to wellness
To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (or more) references with “Sales Associate and Barista” in the subject line to breadandbutterfarm@gmail.com AND blankpagecafe@gmail.com AND sales@breadandbutterfarm.com
