Coffee Specialist (Sur La Table) at CSC Generation

Jackson, Mississippi, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
  • Ability to remain standing for extended periods (inferred from incomplete physical requirements)

Responsibilities

  • Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty
  • Lead engaging and informative coffee brewing demonstrations that showcase Sur La Table’s expertise and unique competitive edge offerings
  • Educate customers on a variety of brewing techniques, including pour-over, French Press, AeroPress, espresso, cold brew, and coffee art
  • Guide customers in selecting coffee beans based on flavor profiles, roast levels, and origin
  • Recommend appropriate coffee equipment and maintenance practices based on customer needs
  • Promote and sell coffee products, equipment, and accessories to customers
  • Assist the store in achieving revenue goals by driving customer engagement and conversion through education
  • Consistently meet or exceed culinary program goals by delivering exceptional classes that drive customer engagement and sales (measured by KPIs such as second-class sign-ups, retail culinary product sales, and guest feedback through Google reviews)
  • Partner with store leaders to ensure alignment between culinary programming and store priorities
  • Collaborate on merchandising strategies that highlight key tools and products featured in classes
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations
  • Maintain a coffee-ready store environment, ensuring quality and consistency across all in-store brewing methods
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses
  • Ensure store safety and cleanliness, addressing any maintenance needs promptly
  • Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws and accurately record time worked according to SLT Policy
  • Model and ensure consistent adherence to all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Skills

Pour-Over
French Press
AeroPress
Espresso
Cold Brew
Coffee Art
Product Demonstrations
Coffee Bean Selection
Espresso Machines
Coffee Grinders
Sales
Customer Service

CSC Generation

Acquires and revitalizes struggling retail brands

About CSC Generation

CSC Generation specializes in acquiring and revitalizing struggling retail brands to make them profitable. The company identifies underperforming brands with potential and integrates them into its operating platform, which includes technology, skilled personnel, and efficient processes. This approach has allowed CSC Generation to successfully transform several well-known brands, such as DirectBuy and Sur La Table, into profitable ventures. The company generates revenue through the sales of products from its portfolio, which features over 325,000 items and attracts around 10 million monthly page views. Unlike many competitors, CSC Generation focuses on "unsexy" opportunities—brands that others might overlook but have significant turnaround potential. The goal of CSC Generation is to drive growth and profitability for the brands it acquires, ultimately enhancing the customer experience and increasing sales.

Merrillville, IndianaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$107.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition may lead to higher acquisition costs for CSC Generation.
Operational challenges in integrating new brands like Backcountry could affect performance.
Economic downturns could reduce consumer spending, impacting CSC's profitability.

Differentiation

CSC Generation specializes in acquiring and revitalizing struggling retail brands.
The company integrates brands into its platform to drive growth and profitability.
CSC Generation identifies 'unsexy' opportunities with significant potential for turnaround.

Upsides

CSC Generation's acquisition of Backcountry expands its consumer-centric brand portfolio.
The rise of AI-driven personalization can enhance CSC's customer engagement and conversion rates.
Direct-to-consumer models offer CSC increased profitability by cutting out intermediaries.

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