Barista - P-T

El Roblar Investment Property Manager LLC; Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

El Roblar Investment Property Manager LLC is seeking a friendly, efficient Barista to join our hospitality team. You will prepare espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages, greet guests, take orders, and ensure a welcoming experience.

Work will be in a fast-paced setting, requiring attention to detail, accuracy in transactions, and collaboration with the Food & Beverage team to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Previous barista, coffee shop, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of espresso preparation and coffee brewing techniques preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.
• Basic math skills and the ability to handle transactions accurately.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Greet guests warmly, take orders, answer questions, and provide friendly, attentive service.
• Operate espresso machines, coffee grinders, brewing equipment, and point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, and available alternatives.
• Ensure beverages are prepared accurately and presented attractively.
• Handle cash, credit card transactions, and guest payments accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the coffee station, equipment, counters, and service areas.
• Restock coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, lids, and other supplies as needed.
• Monitor inventory and communicate low-stock items or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning equipment and preparing the station for the next shift.
• Work collaboratively with the Food & Beverage team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Respond professionally to guest concerns and notify a supervisor when necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Job description

• Base Pay $16.90 / Year
• Other Compensation Tips
• Job Category Restaurant, Barista, Hotel
• Industry Barista, Restaurant, Hotels
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages according to established recipes and quality standards.

Greet guests warmly, take orders, answer questions, and provide friendly, attentive service.

Operate espresso machines, coffee grinders, brewing equipment, and point-of-sale (POS) systems.

Maintain knowledge of menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, and available alternatives.

Ensure beverages are prepared accurately and presented attractively.

Handle cash, credit card transactions, and guest payments accurately.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the coffee station, equipment, counters, and service areas.

Restock coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, lids, and other supplies as needed.

Monitor inventory and communicate low-stock items or equipment issues to the supervisor.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety procedures.

Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning equipment and preparing the station for the next shift.

Work collaboratively with the Food & Beverage team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Respond professionally to guest concerns and notify a supervisor when necessary.

Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Qualifications

Previous barista, coffee shop, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.

Knowledge of espresso preparation and coffee brewing techniques preferred.

Strong communication and customer service skills.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.

Basic math skills and the ability to handle transactions accurately.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as business needs require.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to frequently reach, bend, lift, and carry supplies.

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to safely operate coffee equipment and perform repetitive tasks.