Barista - Part-time

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is a renowned specialty coffee and tea retailer with deep roots in Southern California since 1963. Over the decades, the company has grown into one of the world's largest specialty coffee and tea retailers, with a significant global presence. The brand operates cafes around the world and maintains offices in California, Singapore, and Malaysia. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is widely recognized for its commitment to quality, heritage, and passion for its premium coffee and tea products. The company culture emphasizes creativity and care, traits embodied by its dedicated Team Members. These qualities have contributed to the brand's reputation and customer loyalty, first in Southern California and subsequently on an international scale. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf continues to foster a passionate, customer-focused environment where both employees and guests share in a love for premium beverages and excellent service. The position of Barista at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is an exciting opportunity for individuals who share a passion for coffee and tea and for delivering superior guest experiences. Baristas play a key role in creating memorable, quality moments for guests by serving the world’s finest coffee and tea. The role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working in a socially responsible and guest service-driven environment. Baristas will be involved in various aspects of the business, engaging with customers to provide education about coffee, tea, and sustainability practices. The company invests in its Baristas by providing comprehensive training, empowering them to become coffee and tea experts who can share their knowledge enthusiastically with guests. Many of the company’s General Managers began their careers as Baristas, highlighting the growth potential within the organization. As a member of the Brew Crew, Baristas will embody the company's core values, including friendliness, respect, ownership, teamwork, and honesty. The role requires candidates to be warm hosts who guide guests through their coffee experience from start to finish, delivering exceptional customer service at every touchpoint. Baristas will create coffee moments that captivate, ensuring every guest interaction is engaging and informative. Beyond customer interaction, Baristas contribute to the operational success of the store by maintaining cleanliness, organizing stock, innovating processes, and taking initiative. The role involves active participation in creating a safe, healthy environment for both employees and guests. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf offers a competitive pay range of $20.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on minimum wage ordinances and experience. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable, observed holidays, sick pay, referral bonuses, and retirement plans. Additional perks include employee discounts on coffee and tea, flexible uniforms, a life assistance program, discounts at 24 Hour Fitness, flexible scheduling, a fun and supportive work environment, and access to the Working Advantage Discount Program. Working as a Barista may involve various physical activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motion. The environment involves moderate physical effort with occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Employees should be prepared to work under different environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, and potential physical hazards. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf maintains a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity, fostering a workplace free from discrimination or harassment based on any protected status. The company’s inclusive culture ensures all employees are treated with respect and dignity in all aspects of employment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• strong customer service skills
• ability to stand for extended periods
• basic understanding of coffee and tea preferred
• ability to handle physical activities such as lifting and reaching
• commitment to the companys core values friendliness, respect, ownership, teamwork, honesty