Workshop Educator

Role: Workshop Educator

Reports to: Director of Coffee Services

Pay: $25/hr

Hours: 6-8 per week, Saturdays only

Description: The Workshop Educator teaches public coffee education classes as part of the Workshop series. This is a highly independent and dynamic role that involves public speaking, coaching, teaching and guiding students in Joe Coffee best practices for coffee brewing, latte art, barista and sensory skills. Classes include Latte Art Workshop, Espresso Workshop, Home Barista Workshop, Home Brewing Workshop and Intro to Coffee & Cupping.

Qualifications:

• Successfully completed a minimum of one (1) year as a Barista in a specialty coffee environment
• Experience in public speaking or lecturing preferred (theater kids, school teachers of any kind, barista competitors etc do well in this role)
• Teaching or coaching experience a plus
• Must love people and hospitality--this is ultimately a hospitality role
• Solid understanding of barista fundamentals including espresso extraction, milk texturing and latte art, and general brewing best practices
• Must be in good standing with Joe 
• Must be able to bend and lift up to 35lbs on occasion

The most successful Workshop Educators have these traits:

• Highly effective verbal and written communicator with the ability to break down complex subjects into digestible action items
• Highly empathetic and patient
• Thick skin and able to deal with many different personality types
• Quick thinking and nimble, able to adapt to a dynamic environment
• Enthusiasm and interest in coffee
• Constant learner with humility
• Must be punctual and early! Being late does not work for this role, as it requires setup time before the customers arrive.