From the different staff members to the products behind the counter, Sara Pritchett will tell you countless things have changed at One World Cafe since she began working there in 2007. The one thing that hasn’t changed? The feeling of working with family.
“We have gotten a lot more efficient over the years and there is a lot more consistency with our products,” said Pritchett, now a co-owner and manager. “Although the original staff is not here anymore, we have had so many cool people who work here and become like family.”
From the farmers growing the beans in Guatemala, to the cafe’s roasters in Troy, Idaho to the baristas at the café, Pritchett said One World fits in Moscow’s robust coffee community as a “craft, direct trade, organic and locally roasted” shop.
“It’s an artful experience,” Pritchett said.
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One World Cafe barista Connor Sullivan prepares a drink.
After winning best coffee shop in Moscow in the Best of Moscow survey multiple years in a row, Pritchett said she attributes the cafe’s success to the staff and the community members supporting the staff.
“I think One World has a really amazing spirit because of our staff and the people that come here every day,” Pritchett said. “It’s love in a cup.”
What’s the best part of working at One World Cafe?
“I like that I get to interact with every customer that walks in the door instead of feeling like a robot up here making coffee all day.
You learn the skills of how to make drinks. But more than that, you learn how to make people feel welcome and comfortable here.”
What’s your favorite item to make at the cafe?
“I like making a good dry cappuccino. With each cappuccino, you can try to build the layers of flavor and that takes a lot of care.”
Why do you think One World Cafe is the best coffee shop in Moscow?
“I think a lot of why people love us and keep coming back is because of the baristas. We are trained to do everything to a high quality. And the owners and managers create a good environment for us to work to the fullest.”
What’s the best part of working at One World Cafe?
“I fell in love with this place as soon as I walked in. I like the customer interaction and working with my coworkers. It’s a place away from school where we can congregate and relax together. It’s a really community-oriented place and I really appreciate that.”
What’s your favorite item to make at the cafe?
“I’m one for a good drip coffee. But I think my second favorite drink and one I like to make is our dirty chai.”
Why do you think One World Cafe is the best coffee shop in Moscow?
“We have really close relationships with our customers.
We are in a great location on our corner and we’re really close to campus.
We just have a lot of fun working here and I think people see that — they want to be around that.”
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