Employment Development Specialist / Barista

About Us
Toolworks, in collaboration with individuals with disabilities, is a vibrant human service organization devoted to providing essential resources and support to foster independence, equality, and personal satisfaction. We proudly offer various programs aimed at job placement and training, community integration, and supported living services.

Our unique venture, Bakeworks, located in San Francisco's Civic Center and Hayes Valley, serves as both a bakery and a café. Here, we craft all our offerings from scratch daily, providing training and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, those experiencing mental health challenges, and persons facing homelessness. At Bakeworks, we believe in "Food made better. Lives made better."

Join Our Team
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to our community while developing your skills in a supportive environment, apply today to join our team at Bakeworks!

Toolworks is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Apply Now to become a part of a team where your work truly makes a difference in people's lives every day!

• Full training provided
• San Francisco locations
• $21.75 to $23.74 per hour excellent benefits

Job Summary
As an Employment Development Specialist/Barista, you will play a dual role in our cafe and bakery. This position is not just about serving great food and coffee but also about imparting valuable job skills and ensuring the successful integration and retention of our trainees.

• Position: Employment Development Specialist / Barista
• Location: Hayes Valley Bakeworks, San Francisco
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling required
• Classification: Exempt
• Reports To: Director of Employment and Training Programs

Key Responsibilities

• Client Support: Train and mentor clients with disabilities, ensuring they achieve the highest degree of independence in their job roles. Address issues impacting job readiness and performance, such as transportation and personal hygiene. Educate clients on their rights and self-advocacy.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain high standards of food and beverage quality, cleanliness, and safety. Assist with various kitchen duties, prepare beverages and food orders, and manage inventory and equipment.
• Administrative Duties: Handle essential paperwork including monthly billing, progress notes, and incident reports. Maintain certifications and compliance with agency standards.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with management and staff at Toolworks and Bakeworks to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction. Participate in team meetings and contribute to staff training and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven kitchen and barista experience.
• At least two years of experience working with adults with disabilities, preferably in a community setting.
• Bilingual abilities in American Sign Language, Spanish, or Cantonese are a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Since its inception in 1975, Toolworks Inc. in partnership with people with disabilities, is a human services agency dedicated to providing the tools and resources that promote independence, equality, and personal satisfaction.

Toolworks is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer with respect to hiring, promotion and training. We welcome applicants from diverse communities, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. Toolworks is a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. (VEVRAA). VEVRAA requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance employment-protected veterans.