Cafe Tondo: Barista / Bartender

JOIN; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Café Tondo, a vibrant café in Chinatown LA, is hiring a Barista / Bartender. This part-time role involves preparing coffee and wine, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing to a warm, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have barista skills and a passion for hospitality.

Benefits

Paid training & onboarding

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Regular tastings and cultural programming access

Qualifications

• Experience in coffee, wine, or fast-paced food & beverage environments.
• Comfortable multi-tasking and working under pressure.
• Food Handler & Responsible Beverage Service certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso-based beverages and serve wine.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock at the bar.
• Rotate across all stations to support teamwork.

Skills

Barista skills

Wine knowledge

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $18.25/hr

Cafe Tondo is looking for a Barista / Bartender

• Job Type: Part-time
• Pay: $18.25/hour + pooled tips

Please Note: This position is slated for a mid-July 2025 start date. Our hiring process will take place throughout May and June 2025, with training for successful candidates beginning in late June or early July to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.

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About Café Tondo:

Café Tondo is a new all-day neighborhood café and bar located in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Inspired by the rhythm of Mexico City, we serve coffee in the morning, wine and small plates at night—all while fostering community from open to close. Because our footprint is intimate, every team member is cross-trained—moving fluidly from steaming milk at sunrise to pouring a glass of natural wine at sunset. The space shifts with the day, and so does the role.

Cafe Tondo is looking for a Barista / Bartender

• Location: Chinatown, Los Angeles, CA


• Job Type: Part-time


• Pay: $18.25/hour + pooled tips


• Expected Hours: 25–35 per week


• Work Location: In person

Please Note: This position is slated for a mid-July 2025 start date. Our hiring process will take place throughout May and June 2025, with training for successful candidates beginning in late June or early July to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.

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About Café Tondo:

Café Tondo is a new all-day neighborhood café and bar located in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Inspired by the rhythm of Mexico City, we serve coffee in the morning, wine and small plates at night—all while fostering community from open to close. Because our footprint is intimate, every team member is cross-trained—moving fluidly from steaming milk at sunrise to pouring a glass of natural wine at sunset. The space shifts with the day, and so does the role.

Tasks

Job Overview:

As a Café Tondo Team Member, you'll support our morning coffee service and evening wine program with equal care and craft. You’ll rotate between espresso, register, floor, and wine—ensuring every guest receives warm, consistent, and welcoming service. This is a great role for someone who thrives in creative environments, values quality, and wants to help shape a space in its early days.

Who this Job is For:

This role is for a hospitality-forward, detail-oriented generalist who enjoys a little bit of everything: specialty coffee, natural wine, food service, and neighborhood vibes. You’re curious, reliable, collaborative—and you want to be part of something culturally meaningful in LA.

Responsibilities:

**Coffee Quality & Barista Duties**

• Prepare all espresso-based beverages to spec (dial-in, milk, temperature, timing) Keep equipment clean, calibrated, and running smoothly


• Stay curious about our coffee, sourcing, and brewing methods Participate in cuppings and bar training.

Service & Guest Experience

• Confidently serve wine by the glass (or learn fast!)


• Maintain a stocked, clean, and welcoming bar


• Transition gracefully from morning to evening vibe


• Know the menu, make recommendations, and upsell naturally

Teamwork & Operations

• Rotate across all stations (bar, floor, POS, prep)


• Support opening/closing tasks


• Jump in to help teammates when needed


• Contribute to a culture of hospitality, kindness, and learning

Requirements

• Experience in coffee, wine, or fast-paced food & beverage environments


• Strong barista skills (dial-in, milk steaming, drink consistency)


• Wine knowledge is a plus, but training will be provided


• Comfortable multi-tasking: espresso one minute, food running the next


• Strong communicator, open to feedback, team-oriented


• Food Handler & Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certificates (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)


• Able to stand for 8 hours and lift up to 35 lbs

Benefits

• Hourly pay + pooled tips


• Paid training & onboarding


• Flexible scheduling (mix of day and evening shifts)


• Employee discounts


• Regular tastings, previews, and cultural programming access


• A chance to grow with us from day one

To Apply

Please include your resume, availability, brief cover letter, and Instagram and/or Twitter account handle.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Café Tondo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and foster a workplace where everyone is welcomed and respected. Discrimination of any kind has no place here.

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