PT Barista | DC | Chinatown

Chobani; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

Up to 60 hours PTO

Job summary

Chobani is hiring a Barista for a La Colombe cafe partnership. You will be the heart of the store, engaging with customers, taking orders, and serving drinks with warmth and genuine connection. Training will be provided to craft drinks with consistency and style, while representing the brand with energy and care.

Ideal candidates are friendly, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and pride in delivering excellent coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or hospitality; training provided if needed.
• Embodies kindness, respect, efficiency, cleanliness, and deliciousness as core values.
• Comfortable handling transactions with a POS system and money.
• Able to stand long hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to multitask in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of the cafe, engage with customers, take orders, and serve with connection.
• Create drinks with consistency, quality, and style; training provided.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Hospitality

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Tools

POS system

Job description

Summary

We're looking for a Barista to bring energy, warmth, and unforgettable service to every cup we craft. If you're passionate about people, customer service, and hospitality, we want you on our team!

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Barista at La Colombe, you'll be the heartbeat of our store - a community builder, and a brand champion all in one and we will teach you to be a coffee expert the La Colombe way. Your day-to-day will include:

• Be the face of the cafe-engage with customers, take orders, and serve with genuine connection
• Create drinks with consistency, quality, and style (don't worry-we'll train you too)
• Own your station, your shift, and your energy. We're all about responsibility and respect
• Keep the space spotless-cleanliness is part of the experience
• Jump in where needed, support your teammates, and always look for how to make things better
• Bring positive vibes to every shift. We notice, and so do our guests

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You're outgoing, friendly, and love making people feel special
• You have an eye for detail and a commitment to consistency
• You're energized by a fast-paced environment and juggle tasks with ease
• You're a team player who uplifts and supports those around you
• You stay cool under pressure and adapt on the fly
• You're passionate about hospitality, service, and great coffee
• You're a go-getter with a strong sense of initiative and pride in your work

Requirements

What You Bring

• Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality where the focus is customer facing (a plus, but not required - we'll train you!)
• Takes pride in being part of a team and embodies all of our One Dove principles- Kindness, Respect, Deliciousness, Efficiency, and Cleanliness
• Comfortable using a POS system and handling transactions
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and twisting

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• A welcoming, team-first culture that values you as a person, not just a position
• Real opportunities for long-term career growth - whether you're aspiring to become a cafe manager, or move into training, operations, or sales roles, we're here to help you grow
• A chance to be a brand ambassador and make a real impact on your community
• Ongoing learning and development to sharpen your skills and fuel your passion
• Free coffee, of course - and a shift full of purpose and connection

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.

For more information, please visitwww.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We offer up to 60 hours accrued PTO (which includes vacation and personal time off) and up to 60 hours accrued of FTO (which includes sick time).

Compensation Range: $21.00/hour