Dana Point - Barista

Philz Coffee; California (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Mental Health Support

Vacation & Sick Time

Free Drinks

Discounted Beans

Philz Swag

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Philz Coffee is hiring a friendly barista to join our team and help create a welcoming, community-focused experience for every guest.

You don't need prior barista experience — we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Bring a passion for people, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset, and you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, values-driven environment that rewards warmth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• No prior barista experience required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are essential.
• Must be friendly, energetic and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate schedule changes.

Responsibilities

• Make drinks and prepare food orders throughout the shift.
• Operate the register and handle customer transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock supplies on the floor and prep area.

Skills

People skills

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Team player

Job description

At Philz, we’re doing something bigger than coffee - we’re building culture and community. We believe that warmth, authenticity, kindness, positivity and passion can Better People’s Days — one cup and one customer at a time. If this sounds like a place you’d embrace – keep reading!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You’ll be active all day with many responsibilities, including making drinks, preparing food orders, working the register, cleaning and stocking. Our mission of bettering days can’t be met alone, so you’ll partner with a communicative, supportive, and respectful team. With everything you do, you’ll embody our Philz Core Values: Obsess Over Customers & Team, In Pursuit of Better, and Be Kind & Keep it Real.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We make sure that every Philz is an inclusive, fun, creative and vibrant workplace; a spot where you can be yourself, dress the way you want and have flexibility in your schedule to live your best life. Most importantly, you’ll be part of an environment dedicated to bettering people’s days and building community. Don’t worry if you’ve never been a barista before - if you have a passion for people and a willingness to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment
• Visual acuity to make general observations in regards to safety and accuracy of work
• Remain in a stationary position for a minimum of 3 hours
• Stand, walk, stoop, and kneel
• Lift up to 50 pounds intermittently, lift 3 pounds to shoulder height repetitively
• Grasp, finger, and reach
• Express or exchange information by means of the spoken word

**Compensation & Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the starting base hourly rate for this role is $20.50-$21.50. Team Members also participate in a tip pool and may earn an average of $4.00 additional per hour.

When you join our team, we better your days through our benefits and support programs – we offer our team members medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, optional family life insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health support, holiday pay, Vacation & Sick Time, Team Member discounts, freebie drinks and discounted beans, fun Philz swag, opportunities for growth and advancement, and more!

Philz maintains a policy regarding the employment of relatives and individuals with close personal relationships. Candidates with family members or close personal relationships currently employed by Philz may be subject to additional review to ensure there are no conflicts of interest, supervisory relationship concerns, or impacts on team performance and morale.

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