Barista

We are hiring for part-time positions at our Starbucks location on Queen's University campus with Aramark Canada.  These positions are for our fall semester reopening so the successful candidate would attend an orientation in August and then start work after September 3rd, 2026. 

Are you looking for an exciting, fast-paced, and social experience? Here’s your chance to do just that, and be the perfect blend to our team. You’ll prepare specialty drinks, assist with food preparation, and receive orders and payments, all while providing unforgettable experiences for our customers. Take your first sip in igniting your passion and pursuing what matters to you! 

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs 
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, specialty beverages per brand standards
• Prepares and serve food items in line with location standards
• Count, organize and balance cash drawer, fill out the cashier slip and make deposits
• Adheres to Aramark’s cash handling policies and procedures
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar, stations or store including cleaning and sanitizing
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area
• Stock beverage coolers, grab and go items, service ware and condiments
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products
• Other duties as assigned by management
  

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a barista required or proven related experience such as coffee machine maintenance, milk steaming, latte art, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Available to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• Engage with and understand our customers, including discovering and responding to customer needs through clear and pleasant communication
• Detail-oriented with a focus on cleanliness and organization
• Strong attention to detail

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

Minimum 1-2 years experience