Sales Associate and Barista

(+\- 20 hours per week with the possibility of more hours throughout the Season)

Hourly Pay: $15/hour + electronic tip share + additional benefits

The Sales Associate will work for both businesses, Bread & Butter Farm and Blank Page Cafe and will report to Eric Seaton (Sales Manager, Bread and Butter Farm) and Mike Proia (Owner, Blank Page Cafe).

Job Summary:

This role’s primary function will be customer service for both the cafe and farm store. The primary responsibilities will be front facing and in-person customer service for the retail component of the Bread and Butter Farm Store and Blank Page Cafe which will include bar service for Blank Page Cafe’s coffee and treats operation (Barista).

Customer service, packing orders and interacting with our community of patrons in a positive way will be the most important aspect of this position.

Covid protocol: We are not requiring staff or customers to wear masks indoors at this time. Mask wearing is optional.

Specific responsibilities of the Sales Associate and Barista include, but are not limited to:

• - Fulfillment of orders and customer interaction

• - Farm/Cafe advocacy & in-person word-of-mouth marketing (i.e., share our story with

  customers!)

• - Pack orders and manage our point of sale systems

• - Restock and maintain farm store inventory and aesthetics (inside and entry area)

• - Barista/Cafe front of house responsibilities

  • - Open and closing procedures

  • - Making coffee and tea beverages

  • - Maintaining cafe front-end inventory and aesthetic (keeping the service area

    clean and organized)

• - Front end bar service prep and breakdown

• - Light kitchen prep during slow periods

• - Light dish washing activity (hand washing)

• Potential for extra hours related to special on-farm events like Burger Nights and Catering gigs

  Qualifications:

  1. • - Retail experience in food and food service preferred but not required

     • - Strong communication skills

     • - Strong customer service skills

     • - Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask

     • - Values community

     • - Passion for and knowledge of organic farming practices

     • - Sound judgment, professionalism, and positive attitude

     • - Team player and strong interpersonal skills

     • - Willingness to learn and explore growth opportunities

     • - Interested in nutrition and a holistic approach to wellness