Barista

Casa Libre; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Casa Libre is seeking experienced Baristas to join our team at Northgate Mercado in Costa Mesa. You will craft high-quality espresso drinks, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages, while delivering warm, attentive service in a fast-paced cafe.

The ideal candidate has specialty coffee experience, strong milk steaming, latte art, and a passion for hospitality. You’ll work as part of a collaborative team, maintain cleanliness, follow recipes, and contribute to a welcoming guest experience from

Qualifications

• Experience as a barista in a specialty coffee environment.
• Strong espresso preparation and milk-steaming skills.
• Knowledge of brewing methods and café operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso drinks, brewed coffee, teas, and specialty beverages.
• Dial in espresso and maintain consistency.
• Demonstrate knowledge of specialty coffee and flavor profiles.
• Create latte art and beverage presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation behind the bar.
• Provide warm, attentive customer service and accurate order taking.
• Operate café equipment and POS systems.
• Follow recipes and café procedures.
• Assist with opening/closing, stock, and prep, and work with the team during busy periods.

Skills

Espresso extraction

Latte art

Guest service

Team player

Punctual

Attention to detail

Tools

Espresso machines

Grinders

POS systems

Job description

Casa Libre is looking for experienced, passionate Baristas to join our team at an exciting new café inside Northgate Mercado in Costa Mesa.

We’re seeking hospitality-minded coffee professionals who have a strong understanding of specialty coffee and take pride in creating thoughtful drinks and memorable guest experiences.

Barista — Casa Libre

Casa Libre is looking for experienced, passionate Baristas to join our team at an exciting new café inside Northgate Mercado in Costa Mesa.

We’re seeking hospitality-minded coffee professionals who have a strong understanding of specialty coffee and take pride in creating thoughtful drinks and memorable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality espresso drinks, brewed coffee, teas, and specialty beverages
• Dial in espresso throughout the day and make adjustments to ensure consistency
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of specialty coffee, extraction, and flavor profiles
• Create beautiful, consistent latte art
• Prepare house-made syrups, sauces, and other beverage ingredients
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper sanitation behind the bar
• Provide warm, attentive, and knowledgeable customer service
• Take orders accurately and efficiently while creating a welcoming environment
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, POS systems, and other café equipment
• Follow recipes, quality standards, and café procedures
• Assist with opening and closing duties, stocking, prep, and inventory
• Work collaboratively with the team during busy service periods
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and energetic café culture

Ideal Candidate

• Previous barista experience, preferably in a specialty coffee environment
• Strong espresso preparation and milk-steaming skills
• Comfortable dialing in coffee and troubleshooting extraction
• Knowledge of specialty coffee, brewing methods, and café operations
• Confident with latte art and beverage presentation
• Passionate about hospitality and creating genuine guest connections
• Reliable, punctual, organized, and able to work independently
• Calm, focused, and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• Highly attentive to detail and committed to consistency
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Willing to learn, grow, and contribute creatively to Casa Libre

Previous experience with house-made beverages, recipe development, or café prep is a plus.

Position Details

• Location: Casa Libre at Northgate Mercado, Costa Mesa, CA
• Position: Barista
• Schedule: Part-time and/or full-time opportunities available
• Experience: Specialty coffee experience preferred

If you’re passionate about coffee, hospitality, and building something special from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.