Barista/Café Manager Job in Toronto Recruiting by Gigli Caffè

Full job description Gigli Caff just opened on February 2023! We are located at 399 Jane Street.
It is an italian family-owned, charming coffee shop located in the busy intersection of Jane and Annette in Toronto's Baby Point neighborhood.
Gigli Caffè is a new stylist concept that loves Coffee, Wooden Bowties and ...Jazz!
We love Coffee.. and a sip of fashion!
We offer a unique coffee selection, fresh daily Croissants, Acacia sandwiches, Salad & Soup, Gelatin and more. It is a bright and cozy spot, perfect for families and ideal for business meeting. We complete our customers' experience with a big SMILE! Can't wait to see you here!
We are looking for experienced FULL-time Cafe Manager.
Our hours of Operation: Mon - Fri: 7.30am – 5pm/ Sat - Sun: 8.00am – 5pm
A cafe Manager at “Gigli Caffè” is a “STAR” creating a welcome and fun vibe and impeccable service. As uniform, you will wear a wooden bowtie provided by us that you will absolutely love it!
A Barista will serve specialty hot and cold beverages and food like sandwich, pastries, salad or gelato. A Barista is knowledgeable about all the menu items, provides high-quality, fast-paced service and is able to work at multiple QSR counters performing various functions.
Responsibilities:
· Our Coffee Shop is located at 399 Jane Street and are looking for co-operative team players, who are dynamic and can adjust to workflow as it happens.
Be on time!
Manage day-to-day operations of the cafe
Hire and onboard new wait staff and baristas
Train employees on drinks preparation and proper use of coffee equipment
Coordinate with vendors and order supplies, as needed (like takeaway cups, coffee, milk and other ingredients)
Maintain updated records of daily, weekly and monthly revenues and expenses
Add new menu items based on seasonality and customers’ preferences
Advise staff on the best ways to resolve issues with clients and deliver excellent customer service
Ensure all cafe areas are clean and tidy
Nurture friendly relationships with customers to increase loyalty and boost our reputation
be able to serve Coffee, Pastries, Sandwiches, Salad, Gelatin etc. Be able to multitask, take orders/deliver food to tables (if needed) and able to prioritize.
Sets up stations and replenishes displays neatly including separation of allergens (nuts, wheat, etc.)
Ensures all items are dated and following First in First Out (FIFO) standards
Cleans and sanitizes work areas in accordance with supervising health agency of the area and maintain store stock, including retail items, cups, pastry and coffee ingredients, etc.
Care for facility and company assets and machines maintenance
Neat and clean appearance
Reporting any issue to the owner in a timely manner
Performs other duties as required or assigned
Having a Food Handlers Certificate
Qualifications
3+ year barista experience on a manual espresso machine preferred
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about coffee, tea, drink preparation and food products
Outstanding communication and guest service skills
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and follow directions for all production
High school diploma preferred
Job Requirements
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including early mornings, afternoon and weekends
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
Ability to operate equipment such as manual espresso machine, ovens, drink blender, juicer and Point of Sale
Fluent in English and Italian (preferred)
If you are who we are looking for, please apply or send us your CV or if you know someone who might be interested in, please share this post with them!
We'd like to inform that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.50-$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Discounted or free food
Schedule:
Day shift
Every Weekend
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Tips
Application question(s):
Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Experience:
Barista: 3 years (required)
Language:
Italian (preferred)
Work Location: In person