Barista Job at Fresh Baguette, Alexandria, VA

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  • Fresh Baguette
  • Alexandria, VA

Job Description

Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013, to bring fresh, made-from-scratch organic breads, pastries, sweets, and croissant items inspired by bakeries in France to the DMV area. We have expanded to eight retail locations, two production bakeries, and a thriving wholesale business. We serve coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores with fresh products every day, 365 days a year.

Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do. This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand-crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

About The Role

When you become part of the team at Fresh Baguette, you become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with our products. Every customer conversation we have or guidance we share is another opportunity for us to enrich their culinary journey.

When a person enters our bakery, it's a beginning of a relationship. And this team helps make sure that the relationship thrives. When customers visit Fresh Baguette, you'll put your own passions to work to help bring their ideas of French products to life. You might help one customer choose something for lunch, show another how to pair baguettes with their meal, or even save the day with an amazing pastry. If you have a talent for hands-on problem-solving, you can have address customers' needs to connect them with Fresh Baguette experiences they love. Roles include Baking, Barista, Sandwich Making, and Customer Service.

We are seeking dedicated and customer-oriented Full-Time and Part-Time Baristas to join our Fresh Baguette Alexandria bakery cafe (1101 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314). As a Barista, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for our customers while serving high-quality coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches. This hourly, part-time position is a wonderful opportunity for individuals who are passionate about customer service, coffee, and bread, and who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

  • Provide friendly and prompt customer service, ensuring all customers feel welcome and valued.
  • Become an expert in Fresh Baguette's menu offerings and provide recommendations to customers.
  • Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with care and attention to detail.
  • Follow recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality.
  • Handle cash and credit transactions efficiently and accurately at the register.
  • Address customer complaints professionally and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain store safety, sanitation, and proper food storage in compliance with health and safety policies.
  • Display products attractively throughout the day and ensure store cleanliness.
  • Assist in store closing duties, including cleaning and prepping the store for the next day and closing the register.

Benefits

  • Compensation: 21.00$ / hour to 22.00$ / hour including tips
  • Base pay starts at 12.00$ / hour with room for growth
  • Paid Time Off for Full-Time employees
  • Health Insurance for Full-Time employees after 90 days
  • 40% Employee Discount
  • No late nights
  • 401K and 401K Match
  • Free Lunch
  • Anniversary Gift Card
  • Exciting growth potential

Shifts:

  • Our shifts typically start as early as 6AM and end as late as 7PM, 7 days per week.
  • Morning shifts: 6AM-1PM
  • Mid shifts: 9AM-4PM
  • Afternoon shifts: 1PM-7PM
  • 6-8 hour shift
  • 3-5 days a week including Saturday and Sunday

Qualifications

  • At least 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced coffee or food service environment.
  • Commitment to Fresh Baguette's core values: Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Team player, Commitment, and Customer Orientation.
  • Strong customer service skills and a warm, inviting presence that makes customers feel at home.
  • A passion for coffee, bread, and continuous learning.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Strong attention to detail, especially regarding food preparation and store presentation.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
  • Willingness to seek growth opportunities and take on new challenges.

Requirements

  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Open availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, mornings, afternoons
  • Availability to work on Holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, etc.
  • Physical Requirements: This role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and performing routine bending, reaching, and movement in a retail environment.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to stand for 8 hours

Learn more at Freshbaguette.net

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, 3 days per week, Early shift,

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