Barista

About The Role: When you become part of the team at Fresh Baguette, you become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with our products. Every customer conversation we have or guidance we share is another opportunity for us to enrich their culinary journey. When a person enters our bakery, it's a beginning of a relationship. And this team helps make sure that the relationship thrives. When customers visit Fresh Baguette, you'll put your own passions to work to help bring their ideas of French products to life. You might help one customer choose something for lunch, show another how to pair baguettes with their meal, or even save the day with an amazing pastry. If you have a talent for hands-on problem-solving, you can have address customers' needs to connect them with Fresh Baguette experiences they love. Roles include Baking, Barista, Sandwich Making, and Customer Service. Join our team as a Full-Time Barista or Part-Time Barista at one of our Fresh Baguette bakery cafes in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area! This is an hourly, full-time or part-time role where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, creating delicious baked goods and building meaningful relationships with customers. We're looking for a team player who embodies our core values of Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Commitment, and Customer Orientation. If you're ready to take on challenges, learn new skills, and engage with a dynamic team, we'd love to have you on board. Please note, we are not seeking seasonal employment at this time. Locations Urgently Hiring Full-Time: Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park bakery cafe, 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Fresh Baguette Bethesda bakery cafe, 4919 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 Fresh Baguette Mclean bakery cafe, 6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101 Fresh Baguette Alexandria bakery cafe, 1101 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 Fresh Baguette Germantown bakery cafe, 19548 Amaranth Dr, Germantown, MD 20874 Locations Currently Hiring Full-Time: Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park bakery cafe, 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Fresh Baguette Georgetown bakery cafe, 1737 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007 Fresh Baguette Mclean bakery cafe, 6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101 Fresh Baguette Alexandria bakery cafe, 1101 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 Fresh Baguette Lafayette Square bakery cafe, 1440 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005 Fresh Baguette Penn Quarter bakery cafe, 575 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 Fresh Baguette Bethesda bakery cafe, 4919 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 Fresh Baguette Germantown bakery cafe, 19548 Amaranth Dr, Germantown, MD 20874 Fresh Baguette Rockville bakery cafe, 804 Hungerford Dr, Rockville, MD 20850 Locations Currently Hiring Part-Time: Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park bakery cafe, 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Fresh Baguette Mclean bakery cafe, 6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101 Fresh Baguette Alexandria bakery cafe, 1101 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

What You'll Do: Provide friendly and prompt customer service, ensuring all customers feel welcome and valued. Become an expert in Fresh Baguette's menu offerings and provide recommendations to customers. Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with care and attention to detail. Follow recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality. Handle cash and credit transactions efficiently and accurately at the register. Address customer complaints professionally and in a timely manner. Maintain store safety, sanitation, and proper food storage in compliance with health and safety policies. Display products attractively throughout the day and ensure store cleanliness. Assist in store closing duties, including cleaning and prepping the store for the next day and closing the register.

Compensation: $ 19.00 / hour to $21.00 / hour including tips

Qualifications: Experience in a leadership role is a plus! At least 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced coffee or food service environment. Commitment to Fresh Baguette's core values: Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Team player, Commitment, and Customer Orientation. Strong customer service skills and a warm, inviting presence that makes customers feel at home. Passion for coffee, bread and continuous learning. Warm and inviting presence with excellent interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail, especially regarding food preparation and store presentation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently under pressure. Eagerness to learn, accept challenges, and grow. Team player with a strong commitment to customer service. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. Willingness to seek growth opportunities and take on new challenges. Fluency in English and the ability to communicate effectively.