Barista/Cashier
Full Time • Epicure Cafe: River Oaks
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Company Overview
Culinary Khancepts is a dynamic, multi-concept hospitality group proudly operating standout brands including State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen Oysterette, The Audrey & Reel Luxury Cinemas, River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Epicure Café, and Star Cinema Grill. Known for our fresh, made-from-scratch dishes and refined presentation, we’re passionate about creating memorable experiences. At our core, we simply love taking care of people, our guests, our team, and our community.
Culinary Khancepts is a dynamic, multi-concept hospitality group proudly operating standout brands including State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen Oysterette, The Audrey & Reel Luxury Cinemas, River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Epicure Café, and Star Cinema Grill. Known for our fresh, made-from-scratch dishes and refined presentation, we’re passionate about creating memorable experiences. At our core, we simply love taking care of people, our guests, our team, and our community.
Position Summary
The Cashier/Barista at Epicure Café will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, preparing high-quality beverages, handling transactions accurately, and maintaining a clean and welcoming café environment. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
A Cashier/Barista has the potential to earn up to $20.00 per hour with tips at Epicure Café!
Responsibilities
A Cashier/Barista has the potential to earn up to $20.00 per hour with tips at Epicure Café!
Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and create a friendly, positive atmosphere.
- Assist guests with menu selections, answer questions, and offer recommendations.
- Handle customer concerns or complaints professionally and promptly.
- Operate the cash register/POS system accurately.
- Process cash, card, and digital payments.
- Maintain an organized and clean checkout area.
Beverage & Food Preparation
- Prepare and serve coffee, tea, espresso-based beverages, and specialty drinks following café recipes.
- Operate espresso machines, grinders, brewers, and other equipment safely.
- Maintain consistency in drink quality, taste, and presentation.
- Serve bakery items, pastries, and café food offerings with proper portions and presentation.
- Restock and rotate coffee beans, syrups, milk, pastries, and other ingredients to ensure freshness.
Takeout, Online & Delivery Orders
- Accurately pack carry-out orders, online orders, and third-party delivery orders (Uber Eats,Popmenu, etc.).
- Ensure items are labeled, complete, and packed neatly for transport.
- Communicate with guests, drivers, and team members to ensure timely order hand-off.
Cleanliness & Operations
- Follow food safety and hygiene standards.
- Restock display cases and ensure items look fresh and appealing.
- Keep the café tidy, including tables, counters, equipment, and floors.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Assist with inventory checks and restocking supplies.
- Follow café policies, safety guidelines, and operational standards.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 1 year of experience in customer service, café, barista, or hospitality roles
- Strong communication skills with a friendly, guest-focused attitude
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable preparing beverages, serving pastries, and handling to-go/online orders
- Basic math skills; POS experience (Toast preferred)
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and food safety guidelines
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays based on café needs
- Food Handler’s Certification and TABC Certified (or ability to obtain one)
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Schedules
- Growth Opportunities
- Pharmacy & Restaurant Discounts
- Available discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of personal purchases such as entertainment, gym memberships, electronics and travel.
- Free movies at Star Cinema Grill
- Potential for Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
- 401K Retirement Savings Program
- Employee Referral Program
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success.
Culinary Khancepts is a Houston, TX based hospitality organization founded in 2016 and is comprised of the following concepts:
Star Cinema Grill, a dine-in-theater concept that offers our guests first run film releases, an extensive menu, and a full-service bar with a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
State Fare Kitchen & Bar, a full-service restaurant that offers a unique menu with local favorites that are as bold and diverse as the state of Texas.
Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, a full-service restaurant that is one of Houston’s hidden gems offering the freshest coastal ingredients along with Texas beef, sushi and freshly made pastas.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar / Reel Luxury Cinemas, a stylish modern restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine. sharing space with a one-of-a-kind luxury, dine-in movie theater.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar: Instagram | Facebook
Reel Luxury Cinemas: Instagram | Facebook
Leo’s River Oaks Restaurant / The River Oaks Theater – Coming Soon!
Leo's River Oaks Restaurant Facebook
The River Oaks Theater Instagram | Facebook
Hollywood Palms Cinema, The best theater in the Chicago area!
Our goal is "To provide every guest with an unforgettable dining experience through unmatched hospitality and the highest quality food and beverages.”
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Growth Opportunities
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success. As a rapidly growing organization, we are always looking for Team Members who have a passion for what we do and want to grow along with us!
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, short tern disability, life insurance, industry-Leading paid time off, pet insurance and 401k (coming soon!) are available to our salaried Leadership Team Members as well as full-time Hourly Team Members.
20% off prescriptions, prescription deliveries as well as virtual doctor’s visits through our company owned and operated River Oaks Pharmacy.
Perks
FREE MOVIES! (All you can watch for you and three friends or family members) at any of our dine-in theater concepts.
Complementary and discounted food and beverage items.
Performance-Based Financial Rewards for salaried Leadership Team Members and hourly Team Members
Discounts to literally hundreds of goods and services through our discount portal for all team members