Barista

Divi Diva Little Italy; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Divo Diva Café in Little Italy, San Diego, seeks an experienced Barista / Front-of-House team member for a lively, busy café. This part-time role focuses on coffee preparation, customer service, and cashier duties, with morning shifts starting at 6:30 AM.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of barista experience, is friendly, punctual, neatly presented, and comfortable opening the espresso station. You will multitask during peak hours and help with bussing, restocking, and general cafe

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional barista experience REQUIRED.
• Experience with commercial espresso machines and dialing in espresso.
• Exceptional friendliness and hospitality.
• Punctuality and reliability; shifts begin at 6:30 AM.
• Professional appearance and grooming.
• Capable of handling cashier duties and POS transactions.
• Able to open the café and prepare the espresso station.
• Ability to multitask during busy periods.
• Willing to help with food running, bussing, cleaning and restocking.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee drinks and maintain the espresso station.
• Greet customers and provide friendly, attentive service.
• Handle cashier duties and POS transactions accurately.
• Open the café and manage the espresso station.
• Restock supplies and perform cleaning duties as needed.
• Support food running and bussing to maintain a smooth flow.
• Contribute to a welcoming, energetic café atmosphere.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

POS handling

Opening shift

Team player

Tools

Espresso machines

Grinders

Milk steaming

Job description

NOW HIRING! Experienced Barista & Front-of-House Staff – Vibrant, Busy Little Italy Café!

Divo Diva Café | Little Italy, San Diego 92101

Compensation: $17.75/hour + tips
Employment: Part-Time
Shift: Morning opening shifts beginning at 6:30 AM

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, exceptionally friendly, energetic, and dependable Barista / Front-of-House team member who genuinely enjoys interacting with people and thrives in a busy café environment.

This is a hands-on position combining professional coffee preparation, cashier duties, customer service, and general front-of-house responsibilities. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, works efficiently, and contributes to a welcoming and enjoyable customer experience.

Qualifications & Expectations

• Minimum 2 years of professional barista experience REQUIRED.
• Strong skills with commercial espresso machines, dialing in espresso, grinder adjustments, and milk steaming.
• Exceptional friendliness and hospitality. Must have a warm, outgoing personality and genuinely enjoy engaging with customers.
• Strict punctuality and reliability. Must consistently arrive on time and be ready to begin work at 6:30 AM. Attendance and punctuality standards are strictly enforced.
• Professional appearance and grooming. Neat, clean attire, excellent personal hygiene, and a polished, professional presentation are essential.
• Confident handling cashier duties, POS transactions, and customer orders.
• Comfortable opening the café and preparing the espresso station independently.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently during busy periods.
• Proactive approach to food running, bussing tables, cleaning, restocking, and maintaining an attractive, organized café.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to help wherever needed.

About Us

Divo Diva Café is a charming European-style café in the heart of San Diego’s vibrant Little Italy neighborhood. Located in a busy area popular with both locals and tourists, we serve specialty coffee, pastries, and delicious café fare in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

We are a small, hardworking team where everyone contributes to creating an excellent customer experience.

Friendliness, punctuality, professionalism, and initiative are just as important as excellent coffee-making skills.

We appreciate employees who notice what needs to be done and take action without waiting to be asked.

Qualified candidates may be invited for an in-person interview and a brief, paid practical skills assessment demonstrating espresso preparation, milk steaming, and customer service skills.

We look forward to meeting friendly, motivated professionals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a lively café team!