Barista- AM/PM Availability

PHX MC Operations, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Hospitality Group is hiring a Barista to craft coffee, espresso beverages, and teas while delivering friendly guest service. You will maintain a clean cafe, handle payments, and help with opening/closing tasks.

Prior barista or customer service experience is preferred, with a focus on accuracy and hospitality. The role requires ability to work in a fast-paced setting, basic math for cash handling, and flexible hours including weekends and mornings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as barista or in foodservice preferred.
• Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills.
• Flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and specialty beverages according to company recipes and standards.
• Greet guests warmly and provide friendly, attentive service.
• Take customer orders accurately and process payments through the POS system.
• Recommend menu items and upsell products when appropriate.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, dining areas, and equipment.
• Restock supplies, ingredients, and merchandise as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Monitor product quality and presentation standards.
• Operate and maintain espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and other café equipment.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cash handling and inventory counts.
• Address guest concerns professionally and elevate issues when necessary.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive work environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Espresso equipment

Job description

Company Description

Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth. Our Guiding Principles: Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment

Position Summary

The Barista is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other menu items while delivering exceptional guest service. This role maintains a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment and ensures all food safety and operational standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and specialty beverages according to company recipes and standards
• Greet guests warmly and provide friendly, attentive service
• Take customer orders accurately and process payments through the POS system
• Recommend menu items and upsell products when appropriate
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, dining areas, and equipment
• Restock supplies, ingredients, and merchandise as needed
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Monitor product quality and presentation standards
• Operate and maintain espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and other café equipment
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cash handling and inventory counts
• Address guest concerns professionally and elevate issues when necessary
• Support team members and contribute to a positive work environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred
• Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso equipment is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and early mornings

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25–30 pounds
• Frequent reaching, bending, and repetitive hand movements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to hot equipment and beverages

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

At Pacific Hospitality Group, we believe in empowering team members as entrepreneurial thinkers who create value through integrity, vision, humility, and personal accountability. Guided by the principles of Principled Entrepreneurship, we foster an environment where individuals are encouraged to challenge the status quo, act with purpose, and take ownership of their impact. We support our team in discovering their unique gifts, continuously growing their capabilities, and contributing meaningfully—not just to our business, but to the lives of our guests, communities, and one another.