American Village Part-Time Barista Job Description - Rev. 3-5-26

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Part-time Barista role at Merchants’ Coffee House in American Village, Montevallo, serving specialty coffee with craft-conscious preparation and exceptional guest hospitality. The position emphasizes specialty coffee standards, espresso equipment operation, milk texturing, drink recipes, POS execution, and cup labeling. Responsibilities also include maintaining organized, clean dining/bar/kitchen areas and assisting with food prep. Requires strong industry knowledge, customer service, multitasking, and a mandatory SERV Safe Food Handler certification after acceptance, with flexible scheduling up to 28 hours weekly.

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Job Title: Part-Time Barista Location: American Village – Merchants’ Coffee House Position Type: Part-Time (Up to 28 hours per week) Schedule: Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; occasional evenings or weekends for special campus events (advance notice provided) Position Overview The Merchants’ Coffee House at American Village in Montevallo is seeking an experienced, passionate, and creative Barista to join our team. We provide exceptional hospitality and craft-quality coffee to visitors of American Village as well as members of the local community. This role requires a strong foundation in specialty coffee knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to creating a warm, welcoming environment for every guest. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve specialty coffee beverages in a timely, craft-conscious manner • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of specialty coffee standards, including: o Ratios and recipes o Espresso machinery operation and maintenance o Milk texturing and traditional drink preparation o Craft techniques and industry terminology • Accurately execute POS transactions and cup labeling systems • Keep counters, coolers, and service areas stocked and organized • Maintain cleanliness in dining, bar, and kitchen areas • Assist with food preparation as needed • Foster a hospitable, professional, and guest-focused atmosphere Required Qualifications • Thorough to comprehensive knowledge of the specialty coffee industry • Excellent customer service and communication skills ; team player • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards • Dedication to the craft of specialty coffee • Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities Preferred Qualifications • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the specialty coffee industry (independent or craft-focused shop experience is preferred) • Experience in food handling Certification Requirement: SERV Safe Food Handler certification is mandatory upon acceptance of the position (testing required), regardless of prior food handling experience. Work Environment & Physical Requirements • Indoor work environment • May become noisy during peak rush periods; generally calm and communityoriented atmosphere • Requires memorization and execution of drink recipes, food recipes, labeling systems, and POS procedures • Ability to lift and carry items weighing 2–10 lbs. (e.g. , milk jugs, portable beverage dispensers, refrigerated goods) Additional Information • Flexible scheduling up to 28 hours per week • Occasional support required for campus special events (advance notice provided) If you are passionate about specialty coffee, committed to hospitality, and desire to work ina mission-driven, community-centered environment, we encourage you to apply: By Mail – send application items below to: American Village P.O. Box 6 Montevallo, AL 35115, Attn: Jennifer Frings/Employment By Email – send application items below as a PDF (file size cannot exceed 9.9 MB) to [jfrings@americanvillage.org](jfrings@americanvillage.org) • Cover letter addressed to Ms. Frings introducing yourself and describing your interest in this position and the American Village • Resume noting your education and/or experience (including previous employers and your position and responsibilities with each) • Three professional references (we will not contact any reference prior to an interview or before obtaining your consent) About Employment-The American Village is an “at-will” employer under state law ; Smokeand drug-free campus; Some weekend and holiday work is required ; Before employment a candidate must certify he/she has no criminal conviction(s) for crime(s) of moral turpitude ; The American Village is an equal opportunity employer.

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What are the core responsibilities of the Part-Time Barista at Merchants’ Coffee House?

The role prepares and serves specialty coffee beverages, maintains knowledge of specialty coffee standards (ratios, recipes, espresso equipment, milk texturing), executes POS transactions and cup labeling, keeps service areas stocked and clean, and assists with food preparation as needed.

What certification is required for this barista position?

SERV Safe Food Handler certification is mandatory upon acceptance of the position, and testing is required regardless of prior food handling experience.

How flexible is the schedule and what physical requirements are included?

The schedule runs Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM with occasional evenings or weekends for special campus events. The job requires memorization and execution of recipes and procedures, and the ability to lift and carry items weighing 2–10 lbs.

Sep 13, 2026

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