Barista

La La Land Kind Cafe is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a movement dedicated to spreading kindness, positivity, and inclusivity. Our mission is to make every guest feel valued and uplifted by creating a space filled with warmth and genuine human connection. We believe in fostering a community where everyone feels welcome, and our commitment to exceptional service reflects this goal. As we prepare to open our newest location in Brentwood! We’re seeking passionate, enthusiastic Team Members to join us and help spread our message.

Requirements:

• High school diploma: relevant training is a plus
• A naturally positive attitude and a genuine love for connecting with people
• Basic math skills
• Ability to gauge customers’ preferences
• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts, holidays and weekends
• Food handler certification

Overview

As a Team Member / Barista, you will play a vital role in ensuring an exceptional customer experience by preparing high-quality beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting food preparation. This position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to excellent service.

Primary Responsibilities:

Beverage Preparation

• Greet customers and provide outstanding customer services
• Craft high-quality espresso-based drinks, teas, and specialty beverages
• Ensure consistency in drink preparation following company recipes and standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee station
• Receive and process payments via credit card

Store Cleanliness & Maintenance

• Clean and sanitize counters, equipment, and customer areas throughout the shift
• Sweep and mop to maintain a clean space for guest
• Ensure proper upkeep of workstations, utensils, and storage areas
• Follow health and safety guidelines for food handling

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Serve and prepare food, avocado toast, pastries and muffins
• Prepare avocado toast and other light food items following company recipes
• Ensure food quality and freshness while maintaining cleanliness standards
• Assist with general cleaning, including taking out trash and maintaining store hygiene
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed
• Support other team members to ensure smooth store operations
• Deliver food and drink orders from the counter to customers promptly and accurately
• Assist with restocking supplies (cups, lids, milk, pastries, condiments, etc.)
• Keep the front-of-house and back-of-house areas clean and organized
• Clear and wipe down tables, return dishes to the kitchen, and reset dining areas
• Support baristas and kitchen staff during peak hours
• Help manage to-go and delivery orders as needed

Benefits & Perks

· Medical, Dental, Vision

· 401k

· Paid holidays

· Company discount

· Internal growth opportunities

Pay Rate: $17.87 an hour tips (Averaging $20.87-22.87 an hour)

Join us as we create delightful coffee experiences that keep our customers coming! back for more!