We are looking for a Barista to prepare and serve cold beverages, including various types of teas and smoothies. Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should be able to work various shifts. Ultimately, you’ll ensure an excellent drinking experience for our guests.

We are seeking new team members for Summer 2024. New hires will start mid/end of May.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they enter
• Give customers drink menus and answer their questions regarding ingredients
• Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of tea blends, dairy and sugar ratios)
• Prepare beverages following recipes
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)
• Keep the work area clean
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items

Skills

• Previous work experience as a Barista or Server/Server (Preferred)
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations
• Flexibility to work various shifts
• Basic math skills
• Ability to gauge customers’ preferences
• Excellent communication skills
• High school diploma; relevant training is a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.55 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Restaurant type:

• Coffee shop

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is your current availability?

Experience:

• Guest services: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95128: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person