Barista

Stonebridge Companies; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

401(k) matching

Wellness support

Life and disability coverage

Savings accounts

Tuition aid

Travel and lodging perks

Job summary

Stonebridge Companies in Pullman, WA is seeking a friendly Barista to prepare and serve coffee beverages, tea, and pastries while maintaining a welcoming station.

You will operate espresso machines, manage stock, handle guest orders, and process payments using POS systems in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Previous coffee shop or barista experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with guests.
• Knowledge of espresso and brewing techniques.
• Ability to operate coffee machines and grinders.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee beverages according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the coffee station.
• Operate coffee machines, grinders, and brewing equipment safely.
• Interact with guests, take orders, and answer questions about the menu.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and restock as needed.
• Process guest payments using POS systems.
• Follow food safety guidelines for ingredients.
• Perform opening and closing duties and restock.
• Maintain a welcoming environment in the coffee area.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Coffee brewing

Equipment operation

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

POS systems

Job description

City, State: Pullman, Washington Title: Barista Location: Pullman, WA FLSA: Exempt/Non-Exempt Status: Part-time, full-time, seasonal, on-call. Reports to: General Manager Pay Range: 17.13 hourly

Essential Functions and Duties

• Prepare and serve coffee beverages, including espresso drinks, brewed coffee, and tea, according to established recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee station, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards.
• Operate coffee machines, grinders, and brewing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner, taking orders and answering questions about the menu.
• Monitor inventory of coffee beans, milk, syrups, and other supplies, replenishing as needed.
• Process guest payments accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Follow food safety guidelines for the handling and preparation of ingredients.
• Perform opening and closing duties, including cleaning equipment and restocking supplies.
• Ensure a pleasant and welcoming environment for guests by maintaining the coffee area’s appearance.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

• Previous experience in a coffee shop or barista role is preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques, including espresso preparation, is a plus.
• Ability to operate coffee machines, grinders, and other brewing equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Work Environment

Primarily an indoor environment with frequent standing and walking required throughout the shift. Exposure to coffee machines, grinders, and other hot beverage equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks, such as brewing, cleaning, and stocking. Flexibility to work mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members. Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from: 2026-09-22.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• PTO
• 401(k) matching
• wellness support
• life and disability coverage
• savings accounts
• tuition aid
• travel and lodging perks

Company Information

We are visionaries in the hospitality industry, fueled by innovation and precision, and guided by our core values, which are Courage, Vigilance, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity, and Empowerment. As a privately owned hotel management company, we are committed to providing experiences and opportunities for our guests to create lifelong memories through travel. Managing a portfolio of over 160 hotels across the United States, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our partners and investors, and exceptional hospitality career opportunities for our team members.