THE OPPORTUNITY
Barista/Cashier at Oakland Airport
Embark on an exciting new career with High Flying Foods. We offer EXCELLENT benefits, a welcoming and inclusive team culture, and an amazing work/life balance. We have 4.4/5 rating from our employees on Glassdoor. Apply today to learn how High Flying Foods can benefit your career growth.
WHO WE ARE
Working with us is more than a job! We are passionate about what we do. We are a family owned California-based company committed to reinventing airport dining. Our mission is to provide a unique dining experience by providing great tasting food and coffee where travelers can relax and forget the hectic airport environment. High Flying Foods is a growing company that partners with exceptional local restaurateurs and offers opportunities to learn and grow within the industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Welcome guests and provide excellent customer service
- Accurately enter orders and properly process payment
- Ensure all orders are delivered to the customer in a timely manner
- Count in the cash drawer at the beginning and end of each work shift
- Prepare and handle any food or retail orders for customer
- Work collaboratively with team to ensure seamless customer service and workplace efficiency
- Follow all safety protocols intended to keep team members and customers safe
- Respond to customer inquiries and refer to management when applicable
- Properly stock and maintain station as well as cleaning duties as assigned by store management
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ year in a customer service, cash handling or food/beverage-related position
- Open availability including nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks
- Ability to properly handle cash
- Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, management and customers
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist and kneel for duration of shift
- Possess a valid Food Handler’s Card or obtain one during training upon hire as required by law
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Excellent work/life balance
- $19.36/hr plus tips (see below)
- Baristas enjoy an average of $39,104 per year in tips (Disclaimer: Tip amounts are seasonal; this number is based on an average of full time work)
- Employee Parking/Public Transportation Stipend!
- Union health benefits
- Union pension
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Free employee meals
- Opportunities for advancement
**Pay scale and increases are dependent on the collective bargaining agreement.**
***Must be able to pass a Criminal Records History Check and Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain an airport-issued badge and show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.**