Campus Barista: Espresso Craft & Friendly Service

Upper Crust Food Service; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a hospitality-driven Barista to manage the coffee bar, craft espresso-based beverages, and deliver a welcoming, high-quality experience to students, staff, and guests.

You will calibrate and maintain espresso machines, keep the bar clean and stocked, assist with cashiering, food service, and dining room care, and collaborate with the culinary team to support daily dining operations and special events.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a Barista in a specialty coffee, restaurant, or campus dining setting preferred.
• Certifications: ability to obtain/maintain licenses (e.g., sanitation).
• Education: High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Craft high-quality beverages (espresso, coffee, tea) following recipes and presentation standards.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain coffee bar equipment; keep machines clean and operational.
• Sanitize and stock the coffee bar and adjacent service stations per health regulations.
• Stock and organize supplies (milks, syrups, beans, cups, lids, napkins) per guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer service with friendly greeting and menu guidance.
• Assist with cashiering, food service, and dining room care as needed by management.
• Clean and buss tables, manage payments at cashier station, and support peak meal service.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Detail-Oriented

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

State sanitation license

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a hospitality-driven Barista to manage the coffee bar, craft espresso-based beverages, and deliver a welcoming, high-quality experience to students, staff, and guests.

You will calibrate and maintain espresso machines, keep the bar clean and stocked, assist with cashiering, food service, and dining room care, and collaborate with the culinary team to support daily dining operations and special events.