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FWS-Barista, Library Coffee Lounge

Join the Library Coffee Lounge team at Eastern Oregon University as a Work Study Barista! This role involves preparing and serving high-quality coffee and providing exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and visitors. If you are detail-oriented, reliable, and have strong interpersonal skills, this position offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Supervisors Name & TitleChrystine Brown, Serials/Acquisitions Supervisor
Student Job TitleWork Study Barista, Library Coffee Lounge
DepartmentLibrary
Position Funding Work-study preferred
Number of Student Positions1
Job CategoryStudent employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage$13.50 per hour (Level 1)
Job LocationOn-campus, in-person
Job Duration Academic year (September to June)
Type of work schedule Flexible schedule; primarily morning shifts with potential afternoon shifts depending on availability
Estimated numbers of hours per week10-15 hours
Experiential Leaning:As a Work Study Barista, you will gain practical experience in food and beverage service. You will develop skills in coffee preparation, customer service, and inventory management. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your studies to real-world tasks, enhancing your understanding of business operations and customer satisfaction.
Professional Development:This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the Library Coffee Lounge and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to multicultural-sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as time management, multitasking, and professional customer service, preparing you for diverse career paths.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:– Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages according to standard recipes.
– Greet customers, take orders, and process payments.
– Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee lounge, including cleaning equipment and seating areas.
– Manage inventory of coffee supplies and products.
– Ensure customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and responding to inquiries or complaints.
Minimum Qualifications:– Current or following term undergraduate enrollment of at least 6 credits/graduate enrollment of 9 credits.
– Must be in good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).
– Able to work mornings.
Preferred Qualifications:– Food Handler’s Card.
– Customer service experience.
– Barista experience.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:– Knowledge of basic coffee drink preparation.
– Ability to operate a cash register and handle cash accurately.
– Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
– Capacity to work efficiently under busy conditions.
Required Application Material:– Resume
– Intro/Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:Chrystine Brown, Serials/Acquisitions Supervisor
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Special Message
Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/Work-Study-Barista-Library-Coffee-Lounge.pdf