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Full Time Permanent

Alexandria, Virginia · USA job

Counter Team Members & Baristas - Tatte City Center

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

Alexandria, Virginia

Job description

Tatte Bakery And Caf

Tatte began with a simple belief: great food has the power to bring people together. What started in a home kitchen has grown into a collection of bakeries and cafs inspired by Eastern Mediterranean and Levant traditions, where handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces create moments of connection every day.

Our mission is simple: To Inspire, Care For, and Nurture Life. Every Day.

THE ROLE

Our Front of House Team Members create welcoming experiences for every guest who visits our cafs. Whether working as a Counter Team Member or Barista, you'll provide exceptional hospitality, maintain a clean and organized caf, and deliver high-quality food and beverages with care and consistency.

We are looking for team members who:

  • Have engaging, warm, and welcoming communication skills
  • Have a passion for hospitality, coffee, and great food
  • Enjoy working as part of a team and helping wherever needed
  • Live Tatte's core values and support our mission
  • Have flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ideally have at least 1 year of barista experience using manual espresso equipment in a fast-paced caf or restaurant environment (Barista only)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Counter Team Member

  • Welcome guests and provide friendly, attentive service throughout their visit
  • Build product knowledge to confidently answer questions and make recommendations
  • Take guest orders using the point-of-sale system
  • Prepare and package food according to Tatte standards
  • Deliver food and beverages to guests
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked caf stations
  • Support caf cleanliness, visual standards, and food safety practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Barista

  • Welcome guests and provide exceptional hospitality
  • Prepare handcrafted espresso beverages according to Tatte recipes and standards
  • Answer guest questions about coffee and caf offerings
  • Operate espresso machines and bar equipment safely and efficiently
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar station
  • Deliver beautiful, high-quality coffee beverages with consistency
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Passion for hospitality, coffee, and teamwork
  • Strong communication and guest service skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced caf environment
  • At least 1 year of manual espresso experience is preferred for Barista positions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to reach, bend, and lift overhead
  • Ability to lift, move, and carry 50+ pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for 8+ hours per shift

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

  • Competitive Pay, depending on role and experience:
    • Counter Team Members: $11.75$14.25/hour, plus tip share (typically $10$15/hour)
    • Baristas: $13.25$16.25/hour, plus tip share (typically $10$15/hour)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation for full-time team members
  • Paid sick time
  • Flexible schedules with no late nights
  • 50% meal discount and 2 complimentary beverages per shift
  • Free mental health support
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • An inclusive community that offers potential for growth

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