FareStart is not just a social service organization, and we are not just a foodservice business either. We are a solution to some of society’s most pressing challenges. If you are a person with high standards, a strong work ethic and enjoy a collaborative workplace, we encourage you to consider FareStart. We offer competitive pay and great benefits. More importantly, we offer everyone a chance to make a difference.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At FareStart, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, or related field, and two (2) or more years of experience working with homeless or disadvantaged youth in a training environment; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient and experienced in Barista and Café operations.
• Valid King County Food Handler’s Permit.
• Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Ability to work with customized databases and technology and to conduct internet research.
• Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, within diverse teams and environments.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner. Ability to be flexible and adaptable and change plans as needed.
• Ability to listen, give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner. Ability to take in new information and perspectives to inform and adapt work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity. Ability to disseminate information effectively to appropriate levels.
• Ability to evaluate problems and effectively solve them in a timely manner. Ability to respond to concerns with empathy and inclusivity.
• Ability to employ best practices associated with the position, while displaying an on-going commitment to growth and self-development.
• Ability to display sensitivity, tact, and responsiveness in various situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY:

FareStart is committed to becoming a fully inclusive, antiracist, diverse organization. To fulfill our mission, vision and values we are seeking candidates who demonstrate shared values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Effectively deliver designed curriculum in the classroom, online, and at the café to prepare students to meet training competencies.
• Interact with students in a student-trainer environment with ongoing coaching, training, and feedback to the students.
• Provide on-the-job barista training and support, work with café instructors to best utilize production opportunities to meet student skill development.
• Actively participate in meetings with partner agency and operations staff to ensure student success.
• Work closely with Case Managers and partner agencies to address student needs, maintain positive relationships, collaborate to problem solve, and work as a team to resolve program issues.
• Work with community partners to arrange field trips for students.
• Review and make recommendations to improve barista curriculum using an aligned approach.
• Provide students with performance feedback and coaching.
• Track and document student progress and other information as required.
• Support training at partner organizations and outreach at community events as assigned.
• Responsible for classroom setup, cleanliness, and organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At FareStart, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, or related field, and two (2) or more years of experience working with homeless or disadvantaged youth in a training environment; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient and experienced in Barista and Café operations.
• Valid King County Food Handler’s Permit.
• Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Ability to work with customized databases and technology and to conduct internet research.
• Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, within diverse teams and environments.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner. Ability to be flexible and adaptable and change plans as needed.
• Ability to listen, give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner. Ability to take in new information and perspectives to inform and adapt work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity. Ability to disseminate information effectively to appropriate levels.
• Ability to evaluate problems and effectively solve them in a timely manner. Ability to respond to concerns with empathy and inclusivity.
• Ability to employ best practices associated with the position, while displaying an on-going commitment to growth and self-development.
• Ability to display sensitivity, tact, and responsiveness in various situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• This position is exposed to a typical café/coffee shop environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• This position is regularly required to stand for up to eight (8) hours or more, near hot cooking elements.
• This position is occasionally required to use tools as well as operational controls such as on POS and espresso machines.
• This position requires the ability to reach with hands and arms and the ability to talk and hear.
• This position requires close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• This position may occasionally be required to lift and/or move objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
• This position may occasionally be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch