Barista - Santa Monica Coffeebar

Peet's Coffee; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Commuter Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Intelligentsia Coffee, Inc is hiring a part-time Barista for our Santa Monica location. You will prepare and serve beverages, uphold freshness and quality standards, and educate guests about our coffee. The role requires weekend availability and strong teamwork in a retail setting.

The position offers extensive training, direct pay with tips, and a comprehensive benefits package for staff working over 20 hours per week. Competitive hourly wages apply with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required.
• Customer service experience welcomed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages to company standards.
• Maintain coffee knowledge to educate guests.
• Engage with guests in a hospitable, friendly manner.

Skills

English Proficiency

Customer Service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Worker Type:

Employee

Job Description:

Do you want to be an “Intelli” at our brand new Santa Monica coffeebar?We do business differently to forge new paths in specialty coffee.We are pioneers in the direct trade model for buying coffee and creating coffee partnerships all over the world. We’re passionate about coffee, and that means we pay a bit more for coffee in order to buy direct and create long-term, collaborative relationships with our producers that grow exceptional coffee.

The starting wage for a Barista in Santa Monica is $19.83/hr. There is an extensive training program and a new hire generally should become full-bar capable within 90 days. After certification, the pay rate improves to $20.62/hr. The position is eligible for tips. These average $7.00-9.00/hr.

Why should you want to work for Intelli?

• We’re serious about coffee and we provide comprehensive training so you can provide exceptional service and high-quality products. You’ll improve your coffee knowledge exponentially and you’ll get to taste some of the best coffee in the world!
• We offer both paid vacation and sick time as well as 8 paid holidays.
• We offer a full benefits package to anyone who consistently works more than 20 hours per week. That means you’re eligible for medical/dental and vision insurance, as well as life insurance and disability coverage.
• You’ll get to work with some people that have shared values of being hospitable, they believe in mutual respect and are curious just to name a few.
• We do our best to work around your schedule. If you’re pursuing your education or have personal commitments, you won’t find us agreeing to your availability only to disregard it once you’re hired.
• Most shifts average about 7 hours.That means you’ll have time to live your life and pursue your passions.
• We prefer to promote from within, and we nurture and identify potential in all employees.

Job duties:

• Operationally, adhere to policies, safety standards and protocols, and make suggestions for improving operations
• Prepare and serve beverages that adhere to our freshness and quality standards
• Maintain your coffee knowledge to educate and communicate with guests
• Engage with all guests in a hospitable, sincere and friendly manner.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred
• Speak and read English proficiently
• Dependable with good attendance and punctuality
• Can effectively communicate with others
• Able to learn and master coffee tasting profiles and dial‑ins
• Good teamwork skills
• Able to multi‑task and work in a high‑volume environment
• Must have weekend availability

Physical Demands:

• The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear
• The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit on a continual basis. Will periodically stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Will use hands to reach, carry, hold items, or use the tablet/register
• May occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Retail store environment
• Noise level is normally moderate
• Expected hourly range is 20-30 hours per week

Benefits:

• Any employee who works 20 hours or more per week is considered “full‑time” and is eligible for a full benefits package of medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Full‑Time employees also receive Company‑paid long & short‑term disability and life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Commuter benefits
• Free bag of coffee each week with a discount on other items
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) eligible after 90 days of employment with a company match after one year
• 8 paid holidays per year

Intelligentsia Coffee, Inc is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving guests throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Intelligentsia is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us via email at [e-mail]