Barista at Morning Lavender Solana Beach, CA

Morning Lavender; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free drink every shift

Flexible scheduling

Staff discounts

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Morning Lavender in Solana Beach, CA is looking for a warm, clever, and service-driven Barista to join our café team. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling with approximately 20+ hours per week and requires open availability, especially on Sundays. No experience is necessary as we will teach you everything needed.

Enjoy perks such as a free drink per shift, staff discounts, and opportunities for growth. If you love connecting with people and have a hospitality-minded attitude, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Proactive with a service-first attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Willingness to obtain a valid Food Handler's Card.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth.
• Operate the register and take orders confidently.
• Craft multiple beverages while maintaining quality.
• Maintain a clean workspace throughout the shift.
• Collaborate to ensure the best customer experience.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Fast-paced work

Team collaboration

Job description

Barista job at Morning Lavender. Solana Beach, CA.

We’re looking for a warm, clever, and service-driven Barista to join our café team! If you love connecting with people, thrive under pressure, and have a keen eye for creating elevated experiences, we want to meet you.

About the Role

• Job Type: Part‑time (Hourly)
• Schedule: ~20+ hours/week
• Open availability required, especially Sundays
• Pay: $16.50–$17.00/hour + tips

Perks

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service with warmth and attentiveness
• Operate the register, take orders, and recommend drinks confidently
• Learn and memorize 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 consistentlyCommunicate with customers and teammates clearly and professionally
• Collaborate with your team to ensure the best customer 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

What We’re Looking For

No experience required—we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

However, we are not looking for someone who just shows up and goes through the motions.

We want a true hospitality‑minded teammate who:

• Has a warm, friendly, and service‑first attitude
• Is proactive, and can anticipate customer and team needs
• Takes pride in doing things well and pays attention to details
• Works fast, stays calm under pressure, and adapts to change
• Follows directions and takes initiative when needed
• Can delegate or pitch in to support the team as needed
• Shows up consistently and reliably
• Takes ownership of the guest experience from music to cleanliness to tone of voice

Requirements

• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Food Handler’s Card
• Open availability on weekends is a strong preference

Our Culture

We’re not just a café - we’re a community built on thoughtful service, genuine connection, and elevated experiences. We value honesty, reliability, and teamwork, and we care deeply about the little details that make a space feel welcoming and intentional.

If you’re someone who loves people, works hard with heart, and wants to be part of a supportive team that takes pride in everything from the latte art to the playlist—we’d love to hear from you.