Barista - Specialty Coffee - Houston Galleria

Nordstrom Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Retirement plan

Paid Time Away

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a barista who is motivated, outgoing and committed to outstanding customer service.

The role involves preparing beverages and food, sharing product knowledge, and supporting daily store operations while maintaining high standards of service. The position offers an hourly pay range of $15.15 to $15.75, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, retirement options and paid time away, plus potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages and food items by following recipes and delivering great service.
• Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about coffee, tea and drink preparation.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, stock work and handling of food items.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with a flexible schedule.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Food handling

Job description

Job Description

The ideal barista is motivated, outgoing and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.

A day in the life…

• Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards, while also delivering exceptional customer service
• Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about coffee, tea and drink preparation and products
• Assist with setup, cleanup, stock work and handling of food items
• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
• Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
• 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality is preferred

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$15.15 - $15.75 Hourly

Benefits

We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
• This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.
• Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!

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