Scooter's Coffee Barista - Mornings and Mid Afternoons

Scooter's Coffee; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Scooter's Coffee is hiring a Barista for afternoon and evening shifts at our South Dakota kiosk. You will craft espresso drinks, blended beverages, and brewed coffee while delivering upbeat, friendly service in a fast-paced setting.

Greet customers, take accurate orders, handle transactions quickly, and keep the station clean and stocked. You’ll support closing duties, restock supplies, and work with a team to move the line without sacrificing hospitality.

Qualifications

• Availability to work afternoon and evening shifts, with weekend hours required.
• Strong customer service orientation and clear, friendly communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, move efficiently in a small workspace, and lift supplies as needed.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Willingness to learn beverage recipes, point-of-sale systems, and equipment operation.
• A team-first attitude and reliability in showing up for scheduled shifts.
• Prior experience in coffee, food service, or retail is helpful but not required; a positive attitude and eagerness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, blended beverages, teas, and brewed coffee according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Greet every customer with genuine enthusiasm, take accurate orders, and process transactions quickly and correctly.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace, including equipment, counters, and customer-facing areas throughout your shift.
• Restock supplies, monitor inventory levels, and communicate needs to shift leaders or management.
• Follow food safety, health, and cash-handling procedures at all times.
• Support closing duties such as cleaning equipment, breaking down stations, and preparing the kiosk for the following day.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to manage high-volume periods and keep service fast and friendly.
• Respond to customer questions and resolve concerns with patience and professionalism.

Job description

Step behind the counter at a fast-paced coffee kiosk where speed, warmth, and quality come together in every cup. As a Barista working afternoon and evening shifts, you will be the friendly face customers count on when they stop in for a pick-me-up, a quiet moment, or a quick order on the go. Weekend availability is required, making this a strong fit for someone who enjoys busy, energetic service periods and thrives in a team that keeps the line moving without sacrificing hospitality.

About the Role

In this position, you will craft handcrafted espresso drinks, blended beverages, and brewed coffee to exacting standards while delivering genuine, upbeat service. The afternoon-to-evening schedule means you will manage steady traffic, handle closing-side preparation, and keep the station clean, stocked, and ready for the next rush. Your attention to consistency and your ability to stay organized under pressure will directly shape each customer's experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, blended beverages, teas, and brewed coffee according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Greet every customer with genuine enthusiasm, take accurate orders, and process transactions quickly and correctly.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace, including equipment, counters, and customer-facing areas throughout your shift.
• Restock supplies, monitor inventory levels, and communicate needs to shift leaders or management.
• Follow food safety, health, and cash-handling procedures at all times.
• Support closing duties such as cleaning equipment, breaking down stations, and preparing the kiosk for the following day.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to manage high-volume periods and keep service fast and friendly.
• Respond to customer questions and resolve concerns with patience and professionalism.

Qualifications

We are looking for dependable, service-minded individuals who bring energy and consistency to every shift. The ideal candidate enjoys working with people and takes pride in getting the details right.

• Availability to work afternoon and evening shifts, with weekend hours required.
• Strong customer service orientation and clear, friendly communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, move efficiently in a small workspace, and lift supplies as needed.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Willingness to learn beverage recipes, point-of-sale systems, and equipment operation.
• A team-first attitude and reliability in showing up for scheduled shifts.
• Prior experience in coffee, food service, or retail is helpful but not required; a positive attitude and eagerness to learn are essential.

If you love the pace of a busy coffee bar and want to make someone's afternoon a little brighter, this role offers the chance to build real skills in beverage preparation and customer care while being part of a close-knit team.

About Us

Scooter's Coffee is a nationally recognized drive-thru coffee franchise built on a commitment to amazing people, amazing drinks, amazingly fast. From handcrafted espresso beverages to signature blended drinks and freshly baked treats, the brand is known for pairing high-quality products with speedy, friendly service at convenient kiosk and drive-thru locations. This South Dakota location carries that same promise forward, serving its community with consistency, hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back day after day.