Barista Temporary (College Station)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

BARISTA - TEMPORARY POSITION

The SpaceX Hospitality team serves employees customers government partners potential clients and visitors with snacks daily meals and full-service events. The Barista is a team-oriented role for individuals passionate about coffee espresso and tea preparation and service. Ideally this individual has several years of barista experience hands-on knowledge of espresso drinks coffee flavor profiles and coffee bar operations; knowledge of food operations and culinary arts is preferred. Candidates must understand basic customer service and food/beverage safety principles. The role involves using equipment like manual espresso machines drip brewers grinders and serving utensils. Daily tasks include handling customer orders/inquiries maintaining food service spaces and setting up/working stations at various outlets per leadership specifications. This position supports SpaceXs mission by providing excellent customer service quality beverage options a welcoming atmosphere and accurate order fulfillment to boost morale and productivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up maintain and clean workstations surrounding areas dining work and storage spaces to ensure safety and organization
• Perform cleaning and maintenance on departmental tools equipment and drip coffee stations
• Complete daily record keeping tasks and opening/closing checklists
• Meet time and quality standards set by leadership while working with urgency
• Engage customers fulfill orders and demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills (including menu changes)
• Assist with catering and event requests
• Adhere to proper safety guidelines and food safety/sanitation practices
• Interact professionally with guests supervisors and co-workers
• Prepare a variety of coffee espresso tea beverages and food products
• Operate espresso machines with high proficiency

POSITION DETAILS:

This is aTEMPORARYposition with SpaceX for the length of time as stated and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
• LOCATION: Anderson TX

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1 years of barista experience or 2 years in customer service in a food service environment that includes coffee and/or beverage services

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years of barista experience
• Self-motivated and takes initiative in a dynamic fast-paced environment
• Previous work experience in a high-volume output environment
• Previous work experience in team settings
• Effective interpersonal oral and written communication skills
• Effective time management skills
• Effective understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office primarily)
• Knowledge of barista equipment tools and supplies

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel to Starbase TX and travel to remote Moon Corps sites on critical projects (up to 85% travel)
• Valid state issued drivers license
• Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime weekends and holiday(s) as needed
• Ability to carry large heavy items unassisted (up to 25lbs)
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods up to 8-12 hours a day.
• Able to perform frequent bending stooping and lifting of objects through entire shift
• Must have or obtain TX Food Handlers card (training provided internally as needed)

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.