Barista

Ebenezers Coffeehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

Ebenezers Coffeehouse in Washington, DC, is looking for friendly and dependable Baristas to join our team in both full-time and part-time roles. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality beverages, providing warm customer service, and maintaining a clean café environment.

Ideal candidates will possess a customer service mindset and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere. Opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities are available as the shop expands.

Qualifications

• Previous barista, café, restaurant, retail, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a busy environment.
• Strong communication skills and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso drinks and other café beverages.
• Take guest orders and process payments.
• Maintain a clean and organized café environment.
• Restock products and supplies throughout the shift.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Team-oriented

Dependability

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

About Ebenezers Coffeehouse

Ebenezers Coffeehouse is a high-volume neighborhood coffeehouse in Washington, DC, serving coffee, espresso drinks, tea, pastries, and hospitality-driven guest experiences. We are looking for dependable, friendly, team-oriented Baristas who care about quality, cleanliness, speed of service, and creating a welcoming café environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking Baristas to join our team in both full-time and part-time roles. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality beverages, serving guests with warmth and efficiency, maintaining a clean and organized café, and supporting daily shop operations. The ideal candidate is friendly, reliable, coachable, calm under pressure, and excited to learn or grow in specialty coffee.

Compensation

Pay range: $13–$15/hour + tips

Estimated total compensation: $–$/hour including average tips

Final pay will depend on experience, availability, and role fit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso drinks, brewed coffee, tea, and other café beverages according to Ebenezers standards.
• Take guest orders, process payments, and provide warm, efficient customer service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment.
• Restock products, cups, lids, syrups, milks, pastries, and service supplies throughout the shift.
• Support opening, mid-shift, and closing checklists.
• Follow health, food safety, sanitation, and cash-handling procedures.
• Work with teammates to keep service moving during busy periods.
• Communicate product needs, guest feedback, and operational issues to shift leads or managers.
• Represent Ebenezers with professionalism, hospitality, and care.

Qualifications

• Previous barista, café, restaurant, retail, or hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• A positive attitude and strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a busy environment.
• Willingness to learn coffee, espresso, tea, recipes, and café systems.
• Dependability, punctuality, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate supplies as needed.
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays preferred.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support the full café operation.

Schedule

We are hiring for full-time and part-time roles. Shifts may include early mornings, daytime shifts, weekends, and holidays. Strong morning and weekend availability is preferred.

Why Join Ebenezers

• Work in a meaningful, high-energy coffeehouse environment.
• Learn and grow in coffee, hospitality, and café operations.
• Be part of a team focused on quality, service, and community.
• Opportunities for additional responsibility as the shop continues to grow.

Apply Today

Complete our short application today. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.