Seasoned Barista: Craft Premium Coffee & Service

THub – Cafe; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

THub Café in Berkeley, CA is seeking enthusiastic, experienced baristas to join our growing team. You will craft premium espresso drinks, boba beverages, and café fare, deliver outstanding service, and work closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff.

We value initiative, reliability, and teamwork, offer hands-on training, opportunities for advancement to Shift Lead or Supervisor, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of barista/café experience preferred.
• Experience with commercial espresso machines and grinders.
• Knowledge of espresso extraction, milk steaming, and basic latte art preferred.
• Experience with boba tea or specialty beverages is a plus.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask during busy hours.
• Reliable, punctual, organized, and eager to learn.
• Flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brews, boba drinks, refreshers, and specialty beverages.
• Follow recipes, measurements, and presentation guidelines for consistency.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain proper extraction, milk steaming, beverage temperatures, and quality.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service.
• Take orders, operate POS, and handle transactions.
• Manage multiple drink orders during busy periods with speed and accuracy.
• Complete opening/closing procedures, restocking, and prep tasks.
• Monitor inventory and communicate shortages.
• Maintain cleanliness of beverage stations, counters, and restrooms.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and FIFO standards.
• Work with kitchen and front-of-house teammates as needed.
• Identify tasks that need attention without waiting for instructions.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Multitasking

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication skills

Education

California Food Handler Certificate

Job description

THub Café in Berkeley, CA is seeking enthusiastic, experienced baristas to join our growing team. You will craft premium espresso drinks, boba beverages, and café fare, deliver outstanding service, and work closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff.

We value initiative, reliability, and teamwork, offer hands-on training, opportunities for advancement to Shift Lead or Supervisor, and a supportive environment.