Barista | Los Angeles

Blank Street; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $20-21

Barista training program

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

Sick time

Holiday pay 1.5x

Free coffee on shift

Blank Street swag

Job summary

Blank Street in Los Angeles is hiring baristas who care about hospitality and creating welcoming customer experiences. Youll join a tight-knit team, craft drinks, and help set the tone for the store while upholding health standards and quality service.

We offer part-time or full-time shifts, weekends preferred, with pay of $20.00–$21.00 per hour plus tips. Perks include training, PTO, commuter benefits, sick time, holiday pay, and free coffee on shift.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in customer service, preferably in hospitality or coffee.
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs and stand for long periods.
• Availability that meets cafe needs, including peak days.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays.
• California Fair Chance Act provisions understood.

Responsibilities

• Delight customers with welcoming hospitality and turn them into regulars.
• Work with the team using top-tier equipment, coffee and matcha.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment per health standards and Blank Street policy.
• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing for events and promotions.
• Train and evolve with the company, improving processes and standards.
• Master cash handling, inventory, waste tracking, and opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Customer service

18+ age

Physical fitness

Availability

Weekend availability

Criminal history policy awareness

Job description

About Blank Street: At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading.

About Blank Street: At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading.

Add a Spark to the Ordinary…Baristas at Blank Street do a lot more than make drinks, they set the tone for the whole experience. As part of the founding LA team, you'll have outsized influence on how Blank Street shows up - and first access to growth opportunities as we expand across the city and beyond. We're looking for people who genuinely care about hospitality, bring great energy to busy shifts, and pay attention to the small details that make a big difference. You'll be working with a tight-knit team that takes pride in what they do, serving a focused menu, making drinks the right way, and creating moments that keep people coming back.

Who We're Looking For

• Friendly and enthusiastic player who is passionate about hospitality — you're always ready to make a customer's day
• Adaptable and open minded — we're evolving as we grow so you'll have to be flexible as things change
• Detail obsessed — you take pride in the small details to make things right
• Intentional and purposeful — you act with ownership to keep shifts running smoothly, efficiently, and with rhythm
• Passionate about coffee and/or matcha — you lead by example and share that enthusiasm with customers
• Inclusive — you are comfortable working on a diverse team and know how to bring different personalities together

What You'll Own

• Delight our customers with consistent, welcoming and engaging hospitality, taking the opportunity to turn every customer into a regular
• Be an integral part of our world class team using the best equipment, coffee, and matcha in the industry
• Maintain a clean and organized environment upholding both Local Department of Health and Blank Street standards at all times
• Partner with our Operations and Marketing teams for events and promotions to expand our brand to new customers
• Continue to train and evolve with the company, driving ever higher standards and improving process along the way
• Set your team up for success by mastering different company procedures such as cash handling, inventory, waste tracking, and opening and closing processes

Requirements

• 1+ years' experience in a customer service position, preferably in hospitality or coffee
• 18+ years of age
• Able to lift 25+ lbs, and to stand for long periods of time
• Availability that meets the needs of our cafes
  • Part Time: 15-25 hours per week, 3 days per week and must be able to work 2 peak days (peak days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
  • Full Time: 30-40 hours per week, 4-5 days per week and must be able to work 2 peak days (peak days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
  • Weekend and holiday availability preferred
• Blank Street will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits & Perks

• $20.00-21.00/hour plus tips
• A comprehensive Barista accreditation and training program
• Tenure based paid time off
• Commuter benefits
• Sick time
• 1.5x pay on select holidays
• Complimentary coffee and treats on shift
• Free Blank Street swag

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities and expectations may change from time to time based on business needs, and Blank Street reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties at any time.