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Morning Barista

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Ann Arbor, MI Part Time
POSTED ON 9/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/2/2026
Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule

Job description
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is looking for Baristas that enjoy working with people and making coffee, espresso, and tea beverages. We are an established, premium coffeehouse brand that was founded in Ann Arbor and has been operating successfully for over 33 years.  

This Sweetwaters is conveniently located inside of the Pierpont Common on the University of Michigan's North Campus with easy access to bus lines and residential halls.

Responsibilities include:
  • Ensure coffee, tea, and espresso drinks are correctly and efficiently prepared to Sweetwaters standards. 
  • Provide friendly, accurate, and efficient guest service.
  • Execute accurate and proper cash handling procedures.
  • Ensure the café is clean, organized, and inviting at all times. 
  • Maintain and communicate your knowledge of the coffee, teas, and other products offered at Sweetwaters. 
  • Assist in opening the cafe. 
Training Offered
Barista training offered to candidates that successfully complete New Team Member training.

Educational Value
Opportunity to be promoted to management training for the right candidate.

Requirements for the job
Must have strong customer service skills, enjoy drinking coffee or tea, food service experience preferred but not required. 
  • Loves early mornings. 
  • Exceptional reliability.
  • Loves to laugh and work in a positive environment.
  • Must be available at least 15 hours per a week and at least 2 shifts on the weekend. 
  • Food service experience preferred.
  • Ability to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. 
  • Previous experience with cash handling and register systems.
  • Passionate about giving, upbeat, friendly, and authentic customer service
Training Offered
Management training offered to qualified candidates. 

Compensation & Benefits
$15.00-$15.50 per hour*
*hourly rate includes tips.  Must be available to work at least 15 hours/week.  Increased rate for 30 hours/week. 
Must be available on weekends. 

Brewed coffees, teas, and Cold Brews are a perk during shifts! 
Opportunity for professional advancement in our growing company.

Salary : $15 - $16

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