Our Story: Bar Down Bakery is a community-forward charitable bakery. Specializing in unique coffee beverages, bakery classics and irresistible fusions of your favourite baked goods, Bar Down Bakery offers a taste experience like no other. After launching in 2023 and becoming famous for their 'brookies' (which are the perfect fusion between a cookie and a brownie) Bar Down Bakery expanded upon their offerings to include freshly baked breads, beautifully crafted viennoiserie and unique fusions, like their 'cro-nuts.' They proudly donate a portion of proceeds to KidSport, as well as a variety of other local charities, and are on a mission to serve irresistible baked goods, that do good for their community.
Our message to you: Thank you for your interest in joining the Bar Down Bakery Team! We are so excited to be expanding our team and hope that you will be joining us. However, we are not just looking for anyone to fill this role - we are looking for a true rising star. As a community-forward small business, we are looking for someone who sees a cup of coffee as more than just a cup of coffee, but also a moment to connect and make someones day. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply!
Compensation:
$19- $21/hr (+ tips) with opportunity to increase with proven coffee beverage crafting experience
Schedule:
- Shift times may range between 7am - 6pm
- A successful candidate should be prepared to work weekdays and weekends.
Responsibilities and General Job Description:
- Can work both independently and with a team
- Bring your best self to work and be ready to serve up joy one beverage at a time
- Take orders on the POS machine
- Oversee the careful creation of our specialty coffees, whipped lattes and non-caffeinated beverages
- Engage with customers to offer above and beyond service and establish genuine connections with our community, as this is what sets us apart!
- Ensure that the espresso bar is kept clean and well-stocked with all materials and packaging
- Lead the FOH team in a way that aligns with our brand ethos
- Ensure that shifts run smoothly; managing the FOH team
Who you are/what you bring to the team:
- You are a friendly and enthusiastic individual who loves supporting local small businesses, meeting new people and spreading joy one coffee and baked good at a time.
- You are a go-getter and strive to achieve daily sales goals
- You work well independently and unsupervised and can motivate yourself to make your workday enjoyable, successful and positive.
- You are a hardworking individual who understands that you can have an impact on the success of a small business by supporting it in reaching it’s goals
- You offer excellent customer service and strive to go ‘above and beyond’ to connect with customers to help us continue to stand out within the industry
- You understand what empowering leadership looks like and embrace this leadership style to engage with the FOH team and ensure shifts run smoothly
Requirements:
- Must be available to work weekends.
- Must have previous specialty coffee/barista experience (2+ years)
- Must have previous leadership experience
- Must have a positive attitude, self-motivated and offers excellent customer service
- Must be reliable and consistent
- Must have previous experience with the crafting of espresso beverages
- Must have reliable transportation to get to work
- Must have your Food Safe Lv1 (or obtain it prior to starting)
‘Bonus Marks’:
- Interest in growth/long-term employment and advancement, as we are all about helping to further professional development within the hospitality industry!
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- What past experience do you have as a barista that will help you in this role?
- There are many bakery/cafes in the Lower Mainland. Why do you want to work with Bar Down Bakery?
- Is there anything else that you would like us to know?
- What past leadership/management experience do you have that will help you in this role?
Work Location: In person
