Barista

Job Description $19.12 / Hour Starbucks Location Hiring Immediately Full Time Employment Comprehensive Benefits Package Free Employee Parking SSP Canada operates multiple restauarants in the Ottawa International Airport. At SSP Canada, our Baristas have the important role of preparing, serving, and selling beverages for our guests. If you’ve been to an airport, you know how important that caffeine fix is for travelers! If you’ve enjoyed working in quick service restaurants, coffee or tea shops, or fast casual restaurant concepts, you’ll fit in on our team! Here are a few things you can expect as a Barista: Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner. Process orders and enter them accurately into the POS system. Receive payment from the customer and process change. Serve cold, frozen, and hot drinks as well as a wide variety of food items to guests. Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items. Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required. Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards. Other duties as assigned. Skills & Other Requirements Minimum one year experience working in food service environment Previous Barista experience preferred Previous experience working in a Starbucks an asset High school diploma preferred Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests Ability to read, speak, and understand the French language an asset Ability to remember, recite, and promote the variety of menu items Ability to operate a keyboard & point of sale procedures to pre-check an order & close out a check Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time Ability to pass Transport Canada 5 year background check SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. Required This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

Prepare, serve, and sell beverages and food items to guests in a fast-paced airport environment. Maintain cleanliness and follow recipes while processing customer transactions via the POS system.

Requires at least one year of food service experience and the ability to pass a Transport Canada 5-year background check. A high school diploma and proficiency in English are preferred.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package • Free Employee Parking

• Customer servicePreferred
• Cash handlingPreferred

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• Beverage Preparation
• POS System Operation
• Customer Service
• Cash Handling
• Portion Control
• Cleaning Standards
• Order Processing
• Menu Promotion

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level