Barista: Elevate Guest Experience & Craft Coffee

ALFRED; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) eligibility

Shift drink perks

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

ALFRED in Calabasas is hiring a Full-Time Barista to deliver an exceptional guest experience through hospitality, quality beverages, and efficient cafe operations. You will prepare coffee, tea, and food while keeping a welcoming atmosphere.

Collaborating with leadership, you’ll help maintain a clean, stocked café, follow safety procedures, and attend occasional trainings. Wage is $18.67/hr plus tips (roughly $22.50–$26.50/hr with tips).

Qualifications

• Previous cafe, coffee, or restaurant experience is preferred, but not required.
• Passion for hospitality and creating positive customer experiences in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team setting while working efficiently under pressure.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn and grow.
• Flexibility to attend quarterly team meetings, trainings, or company events that may occasionally take place outside of regular scheduled shifts.
• Maintain reliable attendance and consistent availability, including a minimum commitment of three shifts per week.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth and hospitality while delivering an elevated customer experience.
• Guide customers through beverage and food offerings, answer questions thoughtfully, and build genuine rapport.
• Handle phone inquiries, accurately process orders, and support mobile ordering operations.
• Maintain a calm, professional, and welcoming presence during high-volume periods.
• Prepare consistent, high-quality beverages and food items in accordance with Alfred recipes and standards.
• Operate, clean, and maintain coffee equipment while ensuring all beverage and food preparation areas remain clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Develop knowledge of coffee and tea origins, flavor profiles, and preparation methods.
• Foster a positive team environment through active listening, clear communication, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Partner with leadership and teammates to address operational needs and maintain consistency across shifts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked café environment throughout each shift.
• Assist with inventory, restocking, deliveries, and overall café upkeep.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in Company’s employee handbook.
• Additional tasks that may be assigned to meet company goals.
• Follow all company procedures related to food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and café organization.
• Report safety hazards, incidents, or operational concerns to the Management.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Job description

ALFRED in Calabasas is hiring a Full-Time Barista to deliver an exceptional guest experience through hospitality, quality beverages, and efficient cafe operations. You will prepare coffee, tea, and food while keeping a welcoming atmosphere.

Collaborating with leadership, you’ll help maintain a clean, stocked café, follow safety procedures, and attend occasional trainings. Wage is $18.67/hr plus tips (roughly $22.50–$26.50/hr with tips).