In the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center, there will be a micro coffee roastery where students will be immersed in the process of making artisanal coffee beverages from bean to cup. Roasting, grinding, tamping, pouring, and serving will be just a few of the hands-on learning activities for student training. Hotel guests and local patrons who visit the roastery will taste the quality of Auburn-roasted beans in every cup of handcrafted coffee.

Duties:

• Ability to thoughtfully engage with all customers visiting the Thrive Coffee shop about the concept and partnership with Auburn University

• Perform mise en place for daily service based on business levels expected

• Oversee our guests experience following Thrive Here@Auburn powered by Thrive Farmers and IHP's standards of service.

• Monitor and observe guests café experience. Ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service. Respond promptly and courteously to any requests.
• Always maintain a neat and clean work environment
• Be available to perform lateral service as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the cafe as directed by the Director of Coffee or immediate supervisor.

• Preparing foods, such as sandwiches or baked goods, and grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea.
• Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods.
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.
• Taking inventory and replenishing items based on business levels in display cases or behind the café.

Working Conditions:

• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time, consecutively.
• Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver multiple plates of food & carry bus tubs frequently weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Team members must have a flexible work schedule and ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a coffee shop or a coffee roaster as a barista preferred
• Possess basic math skills and can handle money and operate a point-of-sale system.
• Positive Attitude and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation in a coffee environment