Barista-GUFFO CAFE

Job description: Barista (Part-Time- Full-time) Join the Guffo Cafe Team At Guffo Cafe, we believe a great café is about more than exceptional coffee—it’s about creating genuine connections and memorable experiences. We are looking for a friendly, energetic, and dependable Barista who enjoys making people smile and takes pride in preparing high-quality beverages while delivering outstanding customer service. What You'll Do * Open and close the café following Guffo Cafe's operating procedures. * Prepare handcrafted espresso drinks, teas, and specialty beverages to our quality standards. * Prepare fresh sandwiches, light food items, and assist in the kitchen as needed. * Deliver outstanding customer service with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. * Create a welcoming atmosphere by engaging with every guest in a positive and friendly manner. * Operate the POS system and process customer transactions accurately. * Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary café by cleaning the kitchen, customer seating area, equipment, workstations, and washrooms; performing daily cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, garbage and recycling removal, and end-of-day cleaning; and setting up and bringing in patio furniture as part of the opening and closing procedures. * Restock inventory, replenish supplies, and ensure the café is ready for service. * Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations. * Support teammates and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment. What We're Looking For * Minimum 1 year of experience as a barista or in a fast-paced customer service environment. * A positive attitude and a genuine passion for customer service. * Strong communication and teamwork skills. * Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. * Comfortable performing physical tasks, including standing for extended periods and moving patio furniture, café supplies, and equipment as part of daily operations. * Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. * Passion for coffee, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences. * Willingness to assist in the kitchen and support other café operations when needed. * Availability on weekends and statutory holidays is required. * Food Safe Certificate (or willingness to obtain one within 7 days of hire). Compensation & Benefits * **$18.25–$19.00 per hour** * Tips * Overtime pay * Performance bonuses (where applicable) * Flexible scheduling * Free or discounted meals during shifts * Employee discount * Casual dress Schedule * Morning shifts * Evening shifts * 4–8 hour shifts * Weekends * Holidays * Overtime when required **Language Requirement:** French not required. How to Apply Please send your **resume** and a **cover letter** to **guffocafe@gmail.com**. Your cover letter should tell us: * Why you're interested in working at Guffo Cafe. * What makes you a great fit for this role. We value authentic, personal