Cafe Barista - CLOSER

Marquee Staffing; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Marquee Staffing is hiring a Café Barista (Closer) for an on-site corporate café in Irvine, CA. You will prepare beverages and food, deliver friendly service, and help maintain a welcoming environment.

This contract (temp-to-hire) role offers Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM, 40 hours per week, with pay up to $20/hour depending on experience. On-site work with a focus on accuracy and guest experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of specialty coffee experience
• Strong communication and customer focus
• Dependable, organized, and able to multitask with effective time management
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Food Handler’s card or ServSafe certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Nice-to-have experience coaching/train new team members

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality beverages and food while delivering top-notch customer service
• Build familiarity with café items and ingredients
• Recommend items and pairings based on guest purchases
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently
• Communicate with guests clearly and professionally
• Stay composed during busy periods and unexpected situations
• Anticipate guest needs and respond to questions
• Help train new team members and reinforce standards
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow health and safety guidelines
• Adhere to all policies to support safety and security

Skills

Customer service

Coffee knowledge

Multitasking

Time management

Communication skills

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler’s card

ServSafe certification

Job description

Café Barista (Closer) — On-Site Corporate Café (Irvine, CA) Love creating great coffee and great customer experiences? Join an on-site corporate café where your service, product knowledge, and calm presence help make every guest interaction feel welcoming and memorable.

Overview We’re hiring a Café Barista (Closer) for an on-site corporate café in Irvine, CA. In this role, you’ll prepare quality beverages and food, provide upbeat customer service, and help maintain a clean, comfortable café environment. This is a contract (temp-to-hire) opportunity. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM Pay: Up to $20/hour (based on experience) Work setting: On-site | 40 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality beverages and food while delivering top-notch customer service
• Build familiarity with all café food and beverage items, including ingredients
• Recommend items and pairings to guests based on their purchases
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently
• Communicate with guests using clear, friendly, and professional language and body language
• Stay composed during high-volume periods and unexpected situations
• Anticipate guest needs and respond to questions promptly
• Help train new team members by reinforcing standards and providing respectful coaching
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Follow all policies and procedures to support safety and securityMaintain regular and punctual attendance; complete other duties as assigned

Must-Have Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialty coffee experience
• Strong communication and customer focus
• Dependable, organized, and able to multitask with effective time management
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Food Handler’s card or ServSafe certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Nice-to-Have Experience supporting training/coaching of new team members

Bring your energy, service mindset, and coffee craft.