Barista - Fast-Paced Café with Growth Opportunities

Aramark Corporation; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring full-time Baristas in Oakland to prepare beverages, assist with food prep, and handle orders and payments, delivering memorable customer experiences. The role offers growth opportunities and a fast-paced team environment.

Typical responsibilities include operating the POS, greeting customers, making drinks, handling cash, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area. Prior barista or cash-handling experience is preferred and English literacy is required.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Cash handling experience preferred.
• Barista experience preferred.
• Basic math and counting skills required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must follow required dress code.
• Able to read and communicate in English and follow recipes.
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs.
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, and specialty beverages per brand standards.
• Prepare and serve food items per location standards.
• Count, organize and balance cash drawer; fill cashier slips and deposits.
• Adhere to Aramark cash handling policies and procedures.
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar and stations; clean and sanitize.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
• Stock beverages, grab-and-go items, and service ware.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Barista experience

Math skills

Independent work

Dress code

English literacy

Food handling cert

Job description

Aramark is hiring full-time Baristas in Oakland to prepare beverages, assist with food prep, and handle orders and payments, delivering memorable customer experiences. The role offers growth opportunities and a fast-paced team environment.

Typical responsibilities include operating the POS, greeting customers, making drinks, handling cash, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area. Prior barista or cash-handling experience is preferred and English literacy is required.