Barista

Izumi Matcha; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid training

Retirement plan

Job summary

Jobs For Youth in San Mateo, CA is hiring Baristas and a Barista Shift Lead to deliver friendly, precise service and craft drinks, including matcha, with attention to food safety.

You will take orders, handle POS, answer questions, and work weekends. The role emphasizes quick, accurate drink preparation, cleanliness, and customer focus in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits include paid training and opportunities to grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety protocols.
• Attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner.
• Help answer customer questions about matcha and our products.
• Take orders and handle transactions accurately using the Point of Sale system.
• Prepare drinks and desserts quickly while adhering precisely to established procedures and processes.
• Follow food safety and health regulations and guidelines.
• Clean equipment, mop floor, take out trash/recycling, and other sanitation duties.
• Perform additional duties as requested by a lead or manager.

Skills

Passion for drinks

Positive energy

Communication skills

Customer service

Speed

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Weekend availability

Reliable transportation

Job description

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Baristas and Barista Shift Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for making drinks, especially matcha drinks, desire to help customers, and a strong understanding of food safety standards. This role will be responsible for making and serving drinks, and customer service. Previous experience in food service is highly valued. The Baristas play a vital role in delivering exceptional experiences through precise, efficient and safe food handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner
• Help answer customer questions about matcha and our products
• Take orders and handle transactions accurately using the Point of Sale system
• Prepare drinks and desserts quickly while adhering precisely to established procedures and processes
• Follow food safety and health regulations and guidelines
• Clean equipment, mop floor, take out trash/recycling, and other sanitation duties
• Perform additional duties as requested by a lead or manager

Qualifications

• Passion for making drinks. especially matcha, and helping people
• Radiate positive energy to our customers and other team members
• Good communication with clear voice
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Speed with hands working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent at multi-tasking
• Detail oriented (doesn’t make many mistakes)
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work

Experience

• Experience working in the food industry
• Knowledge of food preparation and food safety protocols
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and culinary tools
• Prior experience demonstrating attention to detail, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards is important for success in this role

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid training
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Please provide your availability and desired hours per week

Work Location: In person