Empire Cake, a popular gourmet American-style bakery in Chelsea, is seeking qualified candidates for a Full-time Morning Barista / Counter Person. Compensation based on experience plus tips (Average $5 to $6 per hour)

The Morning Barista / Counter Person is responsible for opening the bakery and helping build our breakfast and coffee program.

The perfect candidate should have the following qualifications:

* A welcoming smile and personality

* Strong counter experience. This position involves mostly serving baked goods to customers and taking cake & other orders.

* Barista skills. We feature Stumptown coffee and a La Marzocco machine, and candidates should have experience with both manual espresso machines and manually-adjusted grinders. The morning barista will help train other counter staff.

* A patient and friendly attitude with customers, even demanding ones.

* Opening/closing experience.

* Good judgment and common sense, and an ability to remain calm under pressure, thrive in a busy environment, and multitask.

* A love of coffee and baked goods.

* Self initiative and a willingness to always help each other.

* A willingness to pitch in and do what needs to be done.

* An ability to work with a team, a big smile, and a good sense of humor

Salary Range - $17 - $18 per hour, compensation based on experience plus tips which average $5 to $6 per hour.