Now Hiring: Front of House Team Member (Counter Server)

Cafe Noir

Oakland, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17–$18 Per Hour
SKILLS
Beverages, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, English Language, Food Delivery, Gourmet Food, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Waitressing
LOCATION
Oakland, CA
POSTED
19 days ago

Now Hiring: Front of House Team Member (Counter Server)

Cafe Noir | West Oakland | www.cafenoiroak.com

Cafe Noir is looking for a warm, reliable, and community-minded Front of House Team Member to join our growing team. Located in a vibrant Oakland food hall, Cafe Noir serves comfort food with a gourmet twist and is committed to creating an experience where every customer feels welcomed, valued, and at home.

If you love great food, connecting with people, and working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities
  • Greet customers and provide exceptional customer service

  • Learn the menu and confidently make recommendations

  • Build relationships with customers and help foster a welcoming community atmosphere

  • Operate the cashier station and process orders accurately

  • Manage the expo station, call out orders, and ensure food is delivered to customers efficiently

  • Prepare beverages and specialty drinks

  • Support with sauce preparation for the kitchen

  • Conduct inventory counts and help maintain organized supplies

Ideal Candidate
  • Has at least 2 years of kitchen, restaurant, caf , or food service experience

  • Possesses basic kitchen prep skills

  • Is a self-starter who can work independently and take initiative

  • Speaks English fluently

  • Has a strong sense of personal style that reflects Oakland's creativity and culture

  • Is warm, personable, and enjoys connecting with people

  • Has excellent communication skills

  • Is dependable, responsible, and punctual

  • Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Position Details
  • Approximately 5-hour shifts, 4 days per week

  • Opportunity for additional hours

  • Opportunities to work catering events and special off-site gigs

  • Tips are pooled and distributed weekly

  • Compensation is negotiable based on experience

How to Apply

Please send the following to :

  • Resume

  • Two professional references (name and phone number)

  • A short voice recording on the following scenario: A customer asks, "What do you recommend?" Visit our menu online and record your answer to this customer.

We're looking for someone who can bring hospitality, personality, and great energy to our team. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you.

Marisa,
Owner | Cafe Noir


About the Company

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