Coffee Bar Server - Sobeys, Edmonton

About the role

Sobeys Inc., a leading Canadian food retailer, is seeking a dedicated Coffee Bar Server to join the team at its Safeway location in Edmonton, Alberta. This role offers an exciting career opportunity within the hospitality sector of our food retail operations, serving customers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. Whether you're seeking your first job or a new challenge, this position provides a dynamic environment to grow your customer service skills and become a coffee and tea expert.

As a Coffee Bar Server, you will be an integral part of providing an exceptional food shopping experience, upholding Safeway’s commitment to top-quality products and superior service. This is a chance to build a rewarding career in a company recognized as an employer of choice across over 800 communities in Canada.

What you'll do

In this role, you will provide personalized service to customers at our on-site café, ensuring a friendly and efficient experience. Your daily shift will involve a variety of tasks to keep the coffee bar running smoothly and delighting our patrons.

• Uphold and comply with company procedures, standards, and policies in all situations.
• Greet customers in a polite and friendly manner.
• Demonstrate superior customer service in accordance with Safeway’s programs.
• Process cash register payments by cash, cheque, credit card, gift card, and debit.
• Prepare hot and cold beverages, including specialty drink preparation.
• Stock and order product as needed.
• Perform light cleaning duties as assigned.

Skills and experience

We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment. No previous experience is required for this position, making it an ideal entry point for a career in food service. The key requirements for success in this role revolve around your attitude and ability to engage with customers.

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated and team oriented.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.
• Possess strong customer service qualities.
• Works in a safe and responsible manner.
• Available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be available to be scheduled anytime on Sunday (Alberta Only).

Physical requirements for this role include occasional lifting of up to 45 pounds, constant hand coordination and gripping, frequent computer and point of sale system use, frequent standing and bending, and occasional walking and squatting.