Coffee Host/ Barista

El Tigre / Tex Best / La Lomita, Inc.; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tex Best Travel Centers in Uvalde is seeking a friendly Coffee Host / Barista to greet guests, prepare high-quality coffee and espresso drinks, and serve light food items with a warm, welcoming attitude.

The role combines hospitality, beverage preparation, cleanliness, and teamwork to support smooth daily operations and excellent guest experiences in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills.
• Reliable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn drink recipes and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and create a warm, welcoming café environment.
• Take customer orders accurately and process payments.
• Prepare coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages per recipes and quality standards.
• Serve pastries, snacks, and menu items in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain clean, organized front counter, beverage station, and dining area.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other café equipment safely.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Cash handling

Reliability

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Espresso machines

Job description

Tex Best Travel Centers in Uvalde is looking for a friendly, dependable Coffee Host / Barista to create a welcoming guest experience while preparing and serving high-quality coffee, espresso drinks, and light food items. This role combines hospitality, beverage preparation, cleanliness, and teamwork to help keep daily operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and create a warm, welcoming café environment.
• Take customer orders accurately and process payments.
• Prepare coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages according to recipes and quality standards.
• Serve pastries, snacks, and other menu items in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked front counter, beverage station, and dining area.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, brewers, and other café equipment safely and correctly.
• Answer customer questions, offer menu recommendations, and resolve basic service issues professionally.
• Complete opening, closing, and side-work tasks, including restocking, cleaning, and sanitizing.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and company service standards at all times.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to support smooth service during busy periods.
• Cross trained for varies positions.

Requirements

• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn drink recipes, equipment use, and service standards.
• Food handler permit or ability to obtain one, if required by local regulations.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday availability. Candidates should be comfortable standing for extended periods, lifting light to moderate supplies, and working in a busy customer-facing environment.

Preferred Traits

• Passion for coffee, hospitality, and guest service.
• Attention to detail and consistency in beverage preparation.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to help wherever needed.
• Professional appearance and friendly demeanor.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Disclaimer

La Lomita, Inc. has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential and other duties have been included. This job description is intended only to be a guideline for job expectations and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, abilities, and skills that may be required of this position. Additional functions and duties may be assigned by supervisors and management.

This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the incumbent or La Lomita Energy may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. La Lomita, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign duties and tasks for the Associate to perform at any time, as La Lomita, Inc. deems appropriate.