Barista

Fresh Baguette; Washington; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance after 90+?

Paid Time Off for Full-Time employees

40% Employee Discount

401K and 401K Match

Free Lunch

Anniversary Gift Card

Job summary

Fresh Baguette is seeking a Full-Time Barista at the Cleveland Park bakery cafe in Washington, DC. You will deliver friendly service, help customers choose items, and prepare coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods in a fast-paced setting.

We value integrity, teamwork, and a passion for fresh, artisanal foods. This role offers full-time hours with tips and growth opportunities in a bustling neighborhood shop.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in fast-paced cafe or food service.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly customer service and recommendations to guests.
• Prepare and serve coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with care.
• Follow recipes to maintain consistent product quality.
• Handle cash and card transactions accurately at the register.
• Maintain store cleanliness, safety, and food storage in line with health policies.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and prep for the next day.

Job description

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Sep 22, 2026

$19 - $21/hour

About The Role

When you become part of the team at Fresh Baguette, you become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with our products. Every customer conversation we have or guidance we share is another opportunity for us to enrich their culinary journey.

When a person enters our bakery, it's a beginning of a relationship. And this team helps make sure that the relationship thrives. When customers visit Fresh Baguette, you'll put your own passions to work to help bring their ideas of French products to life. You might help one customer choose something for lunch, show another how to pair baguettes with their meal, or even save the day with an amazing pastry. If you have a talent for hands-on problem-solving, you can have address customers' needs to connect them with Fresh Baguette experiences they love. Roles include Baking, Barista, Sandwich Making, and Customer Service.

Join our team as a Full-Time Barista at our Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park bakery cafe, 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008! This is an hourly, full-time role where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, creating delicious baked goods and building meaningful relationships with customers. We're looking for a team player who embodies our core values of Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Commitment, and Customer Orientation. If you’re ready to take on challenges, learn new skills, and engage with a dynamic team, we’d love to have you on board.

_ Please note, we are not seeking seasonal employment at this time. _

Locations Currently Hiring Full-Time:

• Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park bakery cafe , 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

What You'll Do

• Provide friendly and prompt customer service, ensuring all customers feel welcome and valued.
• Become an expert in Fresh Baguette’s menu offerings and provide recommendations to customers.
• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with care and attention to detail.
• Follow recipes accurately to maintain consistent product quality.
• Handle cash and credit transactions efficiently and accurately at the register.
• Address customer complaints professionally and in a timely manner.
• Maintain store safety, sanitation, and proper food storage in compliance with health and safety policies.
• Display products attractively throughout the day and ensure store cleanliness.
• Assist in store closing duties, including cleaning and prepping the store for the next day and closing the register.
• Compensation: $ 19.00 / hour to $21.00 / hour including tips
• Base pay starts at $12.00 / hour with room for growth
• Paid Time Off for Full-Time employees
• Health and Dental Insurance after 90 days for Full-Time employees
• 40% Employee Discount
• 401K and 401K Match
• Free Lunch
• Anniversary Gift Card

Shifts

• Opening shifts: 6AM-1PM
• Mid shifts: 9AM-4PM
• Closing shifts: 1PM-7PM
• 6-8 Hour shift
• 5 Days a week including Saturday and Sunday

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role is a plus!
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced coffee or food service environment.
• Commitment to Fresh Baguette’s core values: Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Team player, Commitment, and Customer Orientation.
• Strong customer service skills and a warm, inviting presence that makes customers feel at home.
• Passion for coffee, bread and continuous learning..
• Warm and inviting presence with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, especially regarding food preparation and store presentation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently under pressure.
• Eagerness to learn, accept challenges, and grow.
• Team player with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Willingness to seek growth opportunities and take on new challenges.
• Fluency in English and the ability to communicate effectively.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Open Availability to work Monday-Sunday
• Availability to work peak busy periods including Holidays such as Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.
• Physical Requirements: This role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and performing routine bending, reaching, and movement in a retail environment.
• Reliable transportation to work
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Experience working at a café, bakery, or in hospitality is a plus
• At least 1 year of experience working in a fast-paced customer-oriented environment is required

Freshly baked French artisan delights for cafés, catering, and wholesale.

Fresh Baguette offers a sensory indulgence through artisanal breads, pastries, and savory creations, all made fresh daily in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Food and Beverage Services Accommodation and Food Services

Company size 51–200 employees

Company type Privately held Founded 2013

Total funding 0

Momentum

Team growth

1% in 12 mo

71 employees on LinkedIn

Sep 22 Jan 26

Employee experience

What it’s like inside

2.8

16 reviews

41% would recommend

Culture & values

Culture & values 2.5

Work-life balance

Work-life balance 2.7

Career opportunities

Career opportunities 2.4

Compensation & benefits 2.7

Capital

Funding history

Footprint

Where they work

804 Hungerford Dr., Rockville, MD 20850, US 4919 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814, US 1101 King St, Alexandria, Virginia 22314, US 1737 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20007, US 6707 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, Virginia 22101, US 1440 New York Avenue, Washington , DC 20005, US 575 7th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20004, US 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20008, US

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Company Fresh Baguette

Location Washington, District of Columbia, United States