Barista - FULL TIME

This is a full-time position located in the Food and Beverage Department at The Guest House at Graceland with variable/flexible working hours to include weekends, holidays and overtime as required. Benefits will be offered after successful completion of a sixty (60) day introductory period. This is a promotional opportunity and is aninternal/externalrecruitment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Food Service Supervisors and Manager:

• Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.
• Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.
• Clean service or seating areas.
• Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them.
• Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.
• Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions.
• Receive and process guest payments.
• Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:  Knowledge of Memphis and Shelby county health codes; ability to work quickly and accurately under constant pressure of often conflicting deadlines and numerous interruptions; ability to maintain confidentiality; reading skills to understand and interpret regulations, policies and procedures; ability to put out stock as directed by manager and or supervisor; knowledge of restaurants stock and  equipment; skill to operate and maintain restaurant equipment such as coffee machine, hot chocolate machine, soda machine, grill, fry vat, ovens, dishwasher and any other equipment located in assigned restaurant; ability to work and maintain a safe work area; ability to follow operating procedures on equipment in a safe manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:         Ability to stoop, reach, walk and stand for long periods; ability to lift boxes weighing up to 25lbs; speak clearly and distinctly.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:  Uniform is required; hair net must be worn; must follow and have knowledge of health codes and requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Work flexible hours, holidays, weekends, and overtime as required; ability to maintain confidentiality; no smoking or eating in the work area.

APPLICATION PROCESS:Please apply online at www.gracelandjobs.com.Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. We are an equal opportunity employer. This position will remain open until filled.