Seasonal Barista - El Paseo - Part-time
Posted on October 24, 2025
Peet's Coffee is a renowned specialty coffee roaster and retailer known for its commitment to quality, community, and sustainability. Founded in 1966, Peet's has grown into a respected brand that deeply values the art and science of coffee making, delivering bold, rich flavors in every cup. As a company, Peet's Coffee is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and fosters growth and innovation within its team. They also place a strong emphasis on ethical sourcing, ensuring that coffee communities around the world benefit from improved conditions through partnerships like Enveritas, their non-profit collaborator working to enhance the lives of coffee farmers and their families. Peet's Coffee operates cafes and sells its products across the United States, drawing customers who appreciate exceptional coffee and authentic experiences. This opportunity is for part-time Baristas who are passionate about coffee, customer service, and a collaborative work environment. The pay scale for this position ranges from $20.25 to $20.75 per hour, with additional potential earnings from tips estimated between $3.00 and $6.00 per hour, depending on location, market conditions, and local wage requirements. This reflects competitive compensation within the industry and rewards excellent service and engagement. 
As a Barista at Peet's Coffee, you will play a vital role in crafting high-quality beverage experiences that delight customers and build lasting relationships. The role entails preparing handcrafted beverages and products to Peet’s exacting standards of taste, appearance, and consistency, ensuring that every cup served meets the brand’s premium expectations. Beyond beverage preparation, Baristas are integral team members who contribute to a friendly, team-oriented workplace atmosphere by collaborating with coworkers, seeking feedback, and proactively supporting daily operations. This position requires a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service by engaging guests warmly, suggesting products, and educating customers about Peet's distinctive offerings and innovations. Working in a fast-paced environment, Baristas must maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked coffee bar with urgency, composure, and attention to detail. Reliability is key, as consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely task completion are essential to keeping the store running smoothly and exceeding customer expectations. 
Peet's Coffee fosters growth and career development, offering opportunities such as tuition scholarships through Oregon State University E Campus, ongoing learning, and support for employees motivated by purpose, process, or people. The company’s mission includes purposeful work that benefits coffee-growing communities, making employment at Peet’s about more than just coffee—it’s about making a difference. Employees enjoy a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for those working 21 or more hours weekly, paid vacation accruing after four months, free beverages and baked goods, employee discounts, 401k plans with matching contributions, and an Employee Assistance Program that supports overall health and well-being. Flexible scheduling options accommodate a variety of lifestyles and commitments, making Peet’s Coffee an employer of choice for individuals seeking both personal and professional fulfillment. Joining Peet's Coffee means becoming part of a company that values its people as much as its coffee, encouraging every team member to bring their authentic selves to work and craft their career paths in an inspiring and supportive environment.
                - Maintain schedule availability of a minimum of two days a week or more that must meet business needs including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays
 - Be legally eligible to work in the country where this job is located
 - Be at least 16 years of age or older
 - Comply with Peet's employment of minors policies and work with and among minors
 - Perform various physical tasks during the work shift