Seasonal Craft Coffee Barista | Fast-Paced Drive-Through

Cuppa Cuppa Coffee; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,763 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount program

Paid sick time

Job summary

Cuppa Cuppa Coffee in San Diego, CA, is hiring seasonal baristas for November through January. The role focuses on crafting espresso beverages, delivering fast, friendly service, and maintaining a clean shop.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of craft coffee experience, familiarity with semi‑automatic machines, and a strong work ethic. Availability 2–3 days weekly is required; no evening shifts. Benefits include employee discounts and sick-time pay.

Qualifications

• 1 year craft coffee experience required.
• Experience with semi‑automatic machines.
• Smiley, happy, self‑aware with a true sense of urgency.
• Strong work ethic.
• Enjoy fast‑paced environments.
• Adapt and innovate to ensure team success.
• Multitasker, remains calm during peak times.
• Availability 2–3 days minimum. Open 7 days a week. No evening shifts.
• Service to others must come naturally.
• Awareness and action to stay healthy at work and in personal life.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑quality espresso drinks and other coffee offerings on semi‑automatic machines.
• Operate the fast‑paced drive‑through and café areas, ensuring fast and friendly service.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and assist with in‑house pastries and food service.
• Lift up to 40 lbs as needed for equipment and inventory.

Skills

Craft coffee experience

Semi-automatic espresso machines

Customer service orientation

Strong work ethic

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Availability 2–3 days

Team collaboration

Education

Some college or actively seeking a degree

Tools

Drive-through experience

Job description

Cuppa Cuppa Coffee in San Diego, CA, is hiring seasonal baristas for November through January. The role focuses on crafting espresso beverages, delivering fast, friendly service, and maintaining a clean shop.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of craft coffee experience, familiarity with semi‑automatic machines, and a strong work ethic. Availability 2–3 days weekly is required; no evening shifts. Benefits include employee discounts and sick-time pay.