Barista

WonderGrounds Play Café is looking for an experienced and friendly Barista & Play Area Attendant to join our team.

 We’re a modern, family-focused café that values quality, creativity, and community. This role is equally focused on delivering an excellent café experience and maintaining a clean, safe, and well-managed play environment for children and families.

The ideal candidate is confident behind the bar, attentive to detail, proactive with cleaning and upkeep, and enjoys working in a lively, family-centered setting.

 Responsibilities

• Café & Barista Duties Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, teas, and other café beverages with consistency and attention to detail.
• Operate and maintain café equipment including espresso machines, grinders, and slushy machines.
• Assist with inventory management by monitoring stock levels of coffee beans, syrups, and supplies.
•  Handle cash and POS transactions accurately while following food safety standards. Assist with light food prep and maintain proper food handling procedures.

Play Area Attendant Duties

• Actively monitor the play area to ensure a safe, clean, and positive environment for children and families. 
• Enforce play area rules (socks-only policy, safe play, capacity guidelines) in a professional and friendly manner.
•  Engage with children and parents to create a welcoming and enjoyable experience.
• Reset and organize the play space throughout the day, including toys, furniture, and equipment.
• Cleaning & Facility Upkeep (High Priority) Maintain a high standard of cleanliness across the entire facility at all times.
• Perform continuous cleaning of high-touch surfaces, play equipment, floors, restrooms, and seating areas.
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning checklists, including deep cleaning tasks.
• Quickly address spills, messes, and sanitation needs as they arise.
• Ensure the café and play areas remain fully stocked, organized, and visually presentable.

General Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and ensure every guest feels welcome.
•  Collaborate with the team to maintain a fun, safe, and inviting environment. Support a team-first culture by assisting wherever needed during busy periods.
• Optionally assist with social media by capturing photos or short videos.

Requirements

• Previous café or coffee shop experience required, including hands-on use of espresso machines and grinders.
• Comfortable working around children in a fast-paced, family-oriented environment. Strong multitasking skills with attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Confident communicating rules and expectations to guests in a friendly, respectful manner.
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification or equivalent (Preferred).

If you enjoy great coffee, take pride in keeping a space clean and organized, and like being part of a high-energy environment with families and kids, this role is a strong fit.