Join The JavaVino Team in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Good Vibes, Great People, Coffee, Wine, & Restaurant

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**Candidate(s) must be available at least three shifts per week - minimum one shift Saturday/Sunday**

We are open seven days a week.

Tuesday-Friday 6:30am-9:00pm

Saturday-Monday 6:30am-3:00pm

JavaVino is a casual neighborhood restaurant with a simple mission: We are empowered by our love of food, wine, coffee & the pursuit of happy customers! We are passionate about taking great care of our employees, our guests, and our community. We are obsessed with building a positive, empowering, and supportive culture. By working closely with local farmers and vendors that we trust, JavaVino serves delicious food and drinks people crave. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, wines from around the world, buzzing barista beverages and craft cocktails. Its signature lively atmosphere makes JavaVino a versatile setting for an after work bite, drinks on the town, a birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for smart, upbeat, authentic people to join us.

This barista position has a candidate working both in our dining room and Drive-Thru.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing coffee following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks such as espresso, cappuccino, and lattes.
• Replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment, maintaining supplies.
• Uphold company food safety, food handling and sanitation requirements, to ensure the health and safety of our guests and team members.
• Keep equipment operating by following instructions, troubleshooting, and performing or calling for necessary maintenance.
• Greet all JavaVino guests by being attentive to them as soon as they walk through the door.
• Create a welcome environment for guests, when appropriate refer to guests by their names.
• Say yes! Always try to find ways to accommodate a request.
• Guide guests to their tables with menus.
• Manage the floor plan and pay special attention to reservations and ensure they are seated in a timely manner.
• Clean, organize, and stock menus at host area.
• Answer phone and answer questions concerning the menu and the restaurant.
• Observer the entire dining experience ensuring that every moment at the exceeds expectations

What Makes You Great:

• You are willing to go above and beyond to take care of the guests.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• Learning about food and beverage excites you.
• Previous barista, host or food service experience in a full-service restaurant a plus.
• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are highly confident in your abilities and are detail-oriented.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You genuinely get joy out of making people happy and are able to have fun while working
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• Learning about food and beverage excites you.
• You are willing to go above and beyond to please guests.
• You have previous barista, hosting, or serving experience.

What Makes Us Great:

• A positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive wages and company incentives.
  
• Comprehensive benefits plans for employees, including 401k.
• Potential for growth.
• A great environment to work in surrounded by talented, hardworking, passionate, and fun people.