Barista

Morning Lavender; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free drink every shift

Flexible scheduling

Staff discounts at the café and-boutiq

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Morning Lavender Café in California is seeking a Barista to join the team on a part-time, hourly basis. You will deliver warm, attentive service, handle orders, and learn our drink menu while maintaining high quality and cleanliness.

This role requires availability at least 4 days per week, including weekends, with a minimum 25 hours per week and a food handler card. Training will cover drink preparation, safety standards, and customer interaction to ensure an excellent guest experience.

Qualifications

• Friendly, welcoming demeanor.
• Ability to learn menu items and preparation steps.
• Strong communication with customers and teammates.
• Adaptability during busy shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth and attentiveness.
• Operate the register, take orders, and recommend drinks confidently.
• Learn and memorise our drink menu, ingredients, and preparation steps.
• Efficiently craft multiple beverages at once while maintaining quality.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace throughout your shift.
• Follow all health and safety standards consistently.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and teammates.
• Collaborate to ensure the best guest experience, from ambiance to execution.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality mindset

Clear communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Barista | Part-Time | Morning Lavender Café

We're looking for a warm, service-driven Barista to join our café team. If you love connecting with people, thrive under pressure, and take pride in the details, we want to meet you.

About the Role

• Job Type: Part-time (Hourly)
• Hours: Minimum 25 hours/week
• Pay: $16.90/hour + tips

Perks

• Free drink every shift
• Flexible scheduling
• Staff discounts at the café and boutique
• Opportunities for growth

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth and attentiveness
• Operate the register, take orders, and recommend drinks confidently
• Learn and memorise our drink menu, ingredients, and preparation steps
• Efficiently craft multiple beverages at once while maintaining quality
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace throughout your shift
• Follow all health and safety standards consistently
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and teammates
• Collaborate to ensure the best guest experience, from ambiance to execution

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours at a time
• Able to lift and move items up to 20 pounds

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be available at least 4 days per week
• Must be able to work a minimum of 25 hours per week
• Availability as early as 7:30 AM and as late as 7:00 PM
• Saturday and Sunday availability is mandatory
• Availability requirement does not guarantee your actual weekly schedule
• Valid Food Handler's Card required (or willingness to obtain one before starting)
• Barista experience preferred but not required. We will train the right person.

What We're Looking For

We are not looking for someone who just shows up and goes through the motions. We want a hospitality-minded teammate who:

• Is friendly, welcoming, and genuinely enjoys creating a positive experience for others
• Communicates clearly with both customers and teammates
• Shows up on time, every time, with a consistent and reliable work ethic
• Works fast and stays calm under pressure without sacrificing quality
• Keeps their workspace clean and follows food safety standards
• Supports their team during busy shifts without being asked
• Takes direction well, accepts feedback, and applies it
• Stays organised and focused during rushes
• Takes ownership of the guest experience: music, cleanliness, tone, the whole thing
• Carries a professional attitude and appearance

Our Culture

We're not just a café. We're a community built on genuine hospitality, thoughtful service, and the small details that make a space feel welcoming. We value honesty, reliability, and teamwork. If that's how you work, we'd love to hear from you.