Barista - Full Time (Design District)

Ascension Coffee Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascension Coffee Company is seeking a Barista to join our cafe team and craft exceptional drinks with consistency and care. You will develop skills in espresso, milk texturing, latte art, and proper brewing techniques while maintaining Ascension Coffee’s standards.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and adaptability, with opportunities to learn about tea, alcohol, and cafe operations. Availability for nights and weekends is required, and you should be able to stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Specialty coffee experience is a plus.
• Reliable transportation with the ability to travel between locations.
• Availability for nights and weekends.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and resourcefulness.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to take direction.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (~8 hours per shift).

Responsibilities

• Skillfully prepare specialty coffee, tea, and liquor beverages to Ascension standards.
• Deliver exceptional hospitality, ensuring the highest level of guest service.
• Maintain and troubleshoot coffee equipment, resolving basic issues.
• Continuously expand knowledge in specialty coffee, tea, alcohol, and hospitality.
• Receive and apply feedback effectively, demonstrating adaptability.
• Build strong interpersonal connections with team members of all skill levels.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to inspire and align teams.
• Foster an inclusive, high-quality café culture through thoughtful interactions.

Skills

Barista

Leadership

Team-building

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational

Self-motivated

Job description

About the role

The Barista is a vital member of the café team, responsible for delivering exceptional coffee experiences. They are expected to develop and refine their barista skills, including espresso preparation, latte art, and proper brewing techniques, while continuously expanding their coffee knowledge. Baristas uphold Ascension Coffee’s standards by ensuring consistency and quality in every cup. This is an hourly position.

What you’ll do

• Skillfully prepare specialty coffee, tea, and liquor beverages to Ascension standards.
• Deliver exceptional hospitality, ensuring the highest level of guest service.
• Maintain and troubleshoot coffee equipment, resolving basic issues.
• Continuously expand knowledge in specialty coffee, tea, alcohol, and hospitality.
• Receive and apply feedback effectively, demonstrating adaptability.
• Build strong interpersonal connections with team members of all skill levels.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to inspire and align teams.
• Foster an inclusive, high-quality café culture through thoughtful interactions.

Qualifications

Specialty coffee experience is a plus.

Reliable transportation with the ability to travel between locations.

Availability for nights and weekends.

Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational abilities and resourcefulness.

Self-motivated with a willingness to take direction.

Ability to stand for extended periods (~8 hours per shift).