Campus Barista: Craft Premium Beverages & Fast-Paced Service

Thomas Cuisine; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Paid Elder Care Leave

Paid Time Off (Accrued)

Holiday Premium Pay

Job summary

Thomas Cuisine is seeking a Barista for the College Café at Mission College in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on crafting espresso drinks and providing friendly service to students and staff in a fast-paced campus café.

Compensation is $20.50 per hour for a full-time, on-site position with a Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:30 schedule. Training on ServSafe and safe food handling is required or to be obtained after hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in barista or food service is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Craft espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and other beverages to exact standards.
• Provide warm and efficient service to students, faculty, and campus guests.
• Operate POS systems, process orders, and handle transactions accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and equipment.
• Assist with inventory, restocking, and opening/closing procedures.
• Uphold Thomas Cuisine’s values of hospitality, teamwork, and culinary integrity.
• Support café events and campus activities as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Team player

Flexibility

ServSafe Certification

Food Handler's Card

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Thomas Cuisine is seeking a Barista for the College Café at Mission College in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on crafting espresso drinks and providing friendly service to students and staff in a fast-paced campus café.

Compensation is $20.50 per hour for a full-time, on-site position with a Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:30 schedule. Training on ServSafe and safe food handling is required or to be obtained after hire.