Barista- El Camino Cafe

Company: Ibero-American Action League, Inc.
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Summary: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of El Camino Café, the Barista is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality hot, cold, and frozen beverages, as well as light food items such as sandwiches and salads. The position includes early morning and weekend coverage often independently to ensure timely café opening, preparation, and service. The Barista must demonstrate excellent customer service, bilingual communication skills (Spanish and English), and a cooperative spirit when working alongside workforce development staff and program participants with a wide range of mental disabilities. Essential Functions: Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Open the café at 7:00 a.m., ensuring all food, beverage, and service areas are prepared for business operations (Monday to Saturday) Prepare and serve a full range of hot, cold, and frozen drinks according to established recipes and customer preferences. Prepare light food items including sandwiches, salads, and snacks in compliance with food safety standards. Operate and maintain coffee equipment, blenders, and other café machinery. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café, including food prep areas, counters, and seating spaces. Process customer transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system. Follow health, sanitation, and safety guidelines consistently. Provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for all customers and program participants. Collaborate cooperatively with workforce development staff and job coaches, while maintaining professionalism and respect for program participants. Communicate effectively with the Supervisor regarding inventory, equipment needs, and scheduling. Assist with occasional special events or catering services related to the café. Work weekend shifts and early morning openings as scheduled. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of El Camino Café. Authority: This position functions with moderate independence during assigned shifts, especially during early morning and weekend hours when working without on-site supervision. The Barista follows established procedures and policies to maintain service standards and safety. Requirements: Position Qualifications: Competency Statement(s): Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of customers’ needs while following company procedures. Dependability – Reliable and able to work independently during early and weekend shifts. Communication (Bilingual) – Able to communicate clearly and courteously in both Spanish and English. Teamwork – Works cooperatively with staff, job coaches, and program participants. Detail Oriented – Maintains accuracy in drink preparation, cash handling, and cleanliness. Ethical & Professional – Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and adherence to agency values. Flexibility – Willingness to adjust to changing schedules and needs of the café. Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in food service or café operations preferred. Bilingual (Spanish and English) required. Experience or comfort working in inclusive environments with individuals with disabilities preferred. Safe Serve Level 1 Manager Certification (or willing to acquire it during training period of employment at Ibero) Physical Demands: Position requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting up to 30 lbs., as well as regular use of hands and arms for operating café equipment. By signing below, I hereby acknowledge receipt of my job description. I am aware that continued employment with Ibero-American Action League, Inc. is contingent on my adherence to the policies outlined in the employee handbook and my ability to function within the parameters of the job description. Furthermore, I acknowledge that any questions regarding this job description will be brought to the attention of my immediate supervisor. Employee Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ___________________ The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. Revised 01/2022

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