Barista

Mission Market; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Market in Apex, NC is seeking a Barista who loves coffee, community, and creating memorable customer experiences. The role involves crafting espresso drinks, smoothies, and locally sourced treats while serving guests with a smile.

You’ll join a cozy café that values teamwork and a welcoming atmosphere. The position emphasizes reliable, energetic individuals with some café experience and availability for morning shifts.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a café or fast-paced food service preferred.
• Reliable, punctual and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee, beverages, and food items to high standards.
• Assist with daily food prep and kitchen tasks.
• Provide friendly, efficient service to every customer.
• Keep the workspace clean, organized, and well-stocked.
• Work efficiently during busy morning periods.
• Follow food safety and cleanliness procedures.

Skills

Coffee preparation

Customer service

Food prep

Team collaboration

Job description

Join the Mission Market Team as a Barista!

Are you passionate about coffee, community, and creating memorable customer experiences? Mission Market, a cozy café in the heart of downtown Apex, NC, is looking for a dependable and energetic Barista to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the idea of serving handcrafted espresso drinks, fresh smoothie bowls, and locally sourced treats while giving back to the community, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Preparing coffee, beverages, and food items to our high standards.
• Assisting with daily food prep and kitchen tasks.
• Providing friendly, efficient service to every customer.
• Keeping the workspace clean, organized, and well-stocked.
• Working efficiently during busy morning periods.
• Following food safety and cleanliness procedures.

This is a fast-paced role, especially during our bustling morning hours, so being quick on your feet while maintaining quality is key!

What We’re Looking For

• Has 1 year of experience in a café, restaurant, food service, or other fast-paced environment (preferred).
• Is reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Thrives in a fast-paced setting and can stay calm under pressure.
• Has a friendly, positive attitude and enjoys working with people.
• Works well as part of a team and is open to learning and taking direction.
• Is available to work mornings.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Mission Market?

At Mission Market, we’re more than just a café — we’re a community. Founded by Kyle and Megan Denis, our purpose-driven café supports a new local cause each month, so every cup of coffee you help serve makes a difference. We take pride in knowing our guests by name and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home.

Here, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, hard work, and creating a positive experience for customers. If you’re dependable, energetic, and excited to grow with us, we’d love to have you on board!