Barista

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 30,996 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a Barista to provide exceptional customer service and maintain a welcoming atmosphere. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and have at least two years of customer service experience, particularly in food service. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, assisting with inventory, and ensuring quality standards are met. Competitive hourly rates and comprehensive benefits are offered, creating a fulfilling work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of customer service experience in a food service environment that includes coffee and beverage services.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in the workstation.
• Willingness to obtain a WA food handler card.

Responsibilities

• Set up, work, and maintain a clean and safe workstation.
• Help the team meet time and quality standards set by supervisor.
• Inventory/order supplies as needed.

Skills

Customer service experience

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

BARISTA

The barista role is a team-oriented role for individuals who are familiar with basic customer service principles and have a firm understanding of all basic food and beverage safety principles. A barista should have the ability to identify and utilize food service equipment including but not limited to, manual espresso machines, drip coffee brewers, coffee bean grinders, frozen yogurt machines, and serving utensils. The barista position supports the mission of SpaceX by providing quality customer service, a welcoming atmosphere, and accurate order fulfillment to help ensure our services boost morale and productivity across the company.

Responsibilities

• Set up, work, and maintain a clean and safe workstation
• Complete daily prep tasks
• Help the team meet time and quality standards set by supervisor
• Clean and maintain departmental tools and equipment, i.e. drip coffee stations
• Inventory/order supplies as needed

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of customer service experience in a food service environment that includes coffee and beverage services

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of customer service-related experience in a food service environment that includes coffee and beverage services
• Sound understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Possession of or willingness to obtain WA food handler card
• High level of professionalism
• Experience in a corporate environment
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook primarily)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willingness to learn and take guidance from others

Additional Requirements

• Must be available to work the following shift
• 1st Shift A: Monday - Friday, start time between 5AM - 8 AM
• Ability to carry large heavy items, such as dishes in tubs or trays unassisted (up to 25 lbs.)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time – up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as needed
• Ability to perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range:
  Barista/Level 1: $22.50/hour
  Barista/Level 2: $24.50/hour
  Barista/Level 3: $27.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].