Barista | Part-Time

Do you enjoy creating welcoming moments and meaningful connections through great service?

• Are you energized by a café environment where residents come first and community matters?
• Do you take pride in preparing quality beverages while helping people feel seen and cared for?

Our Barista role is a key part of the café experience at Frasier.

In this role, you’ll prepare espresso beverages and café items while helping create a space that is warm, organized, and welcoming for residents, guests, and team members. You’ll play an important role in daily interactions that make Frasier feel like home.

WHO WE ARE

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Life Plan retirement community rooted in Boulder since 1960, Frasier is on a mission: to build community that inspires and celebrates life.

What makes us stand out? Our values-based culture. We foster community, cultivate curiosity, inspire excellence, and lead with respect and accountability in every interaction.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU

Pay Range: $18.40-$21.15 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule: Open Availability. Shifts are 1:00 pm-6:30 pm
Applications are reviewed as received and accepted until the position is filled.

Comprehensive Benefits That Wow

• We’ve got you covered — Frasier pays 83% of your Health, Dental & Vision premiums
• Grow your future — 401(k) with 100% match on the first 5%
• Security you can count on — Employer-paid Disability & Life Insurance
• Recharge and refresh — Generous PTO, up to 18 days/year
• Invest in yourself — Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

Perks That Make Life Better

• Stay strong for free — On-site fitness center at no cost
• Support when you need it — Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Move more, spend less — YMCA membership for just $10/month
• Commute made easy — Free EcoPass for full-time team members

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Make an impact, daily — brighten residents’ days through thoughtful café service
• Grow here — hands‑on training, peer support, and opportunities to build skills
• Belong here — join a collaborative, inclusive community.
• Be inspired — work in beautiful Boulder with mountain views that uplift your day.

WHAT YOU’LL OWN

Deliver a Welcoming Café Experience

• Greet residents, guests, and coworkers warmly and professionally
• Provide timely, accurate beverage and food service
• Build familiarity with regular guests and their preferences

Prepare Beverages & Café Items

• Prepare espresso drinks and café food items using standardized recipes
• Maintain quality, presentation, and portion standards
• Support catering or special café service needs as assigned

Maintain a Clean, Organized Environment

• Keep café equipment, workstations, and service areas clean and organized
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Complete opening, mid‑shift, and closing tasks using checklists

Support the Team

• Replenish café supplies and condiments as needed
• Assist fellow dining team members to keep operations running smoothly
• Participate in peer‑to‑peer training with support from dining leadership

WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Clear, respectful communication with residents, guests, and team members
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (training provided)
• Comfort learning point‑of‑sale systems and handling basic transactions
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous barista, food service, or customer‑facing experience preferred but not required

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT

• Take pride in delivering friendly, attentive service and creating positive daily interactions with residents, guests, and team members.
• Balance attention to detail with efficient execution, ensuring beverage quality, order accuracy, and presentation standards are consistently met.
• Stay calm, focused, and professional while multitasking during busy café service periods.
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team, supporting peers and contributing to smooth daily café operations.
• Take ownership of responsibilities, follow established procedures, and show up reliably for scheduled shifts.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully, listening attentively and responding thoughtfully to customer needs.
• Represent Frasier with professionalism, care, and respect while modeling the organization’s values in every interaction.

WHAT WE DO

At Frasier, we create a vibrant lifestyle for seniors through a full continuum of care—independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing. More than 300 dedicated team members help nearly 500 residents thrive with exceptional dining, wellness programs, health services, and engaging activities.

We honor our rich history while shaping the future with innovation, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.

EEOC

Frasier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered.

To protect our residents, an annual Flu vaccine, TB test, Drug Screen and Background Check are conditions of employment. COVID vaccination is encouraged but not required.

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