Barista - Part-Time - Chestnut Hill

Blue Bottle Coffee • Brookline, MA

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About The Position

Blue Bottle Coffee is hiring a part-time Barista to create welcoming guest experiences grounded in care and respect. The role involves preparing and serving beverages and food, sharing knowledge of coffee, and helping build community in the cafe. Baristas learn about current offerings and preparation techniques through tastings, cuppings, and training, while regularly tasting beverages to uphold quality standards.

The position also supports day-to-day cafe operations, including cleaning and organizing work areas, washing dishes, and taking out trash. Baristas follow health, food safety, and workplace safety guidelines, contribute to a safe and respectful work environment, and complete Blue Bottle Academy training and a 90-day validation after hire. The work environment may include elevated temperatures near food and beverage equipment and cooler temperatures in refrigerated spaces.

Compensation is $18.59 per hour, plus tips averaging approximately $6–10 per shift hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
• Have basic math and computer skills.
• Have a flexible schedule and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Be reliable, punctual, and consistent.
• Demonstrate passion for coffee, food, and inclusive hospitality.
• Be thoughtful and attentive to guests’ needs.
• Be detail-oriented and interested in developing craft and product knowledge.
• Be willing to take on new experiences and bring a can-do attitude.
• Be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Be able to use hands for reaching, gripping, turning, and precision work.
• Be able to squat, bend, twist, and reach below waist level or above shoulders as needed.
• Be able to lift, push or pull, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to climb ladders, stairs, and ramps and navigate uneven floors or surfaces as needed.
• Be able to smell and taste, and to listen and speak.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to guests, teammates, vendors, and suppliers.
• Make and serve beverages using a variety of brewing and preparation methods.
• Prepare and serve food.
• Stay knowledgeable about current beverage and food offerings and preparation techniques through tastings, cuppings, and training.
• Taste beverages regularly to ensure quality, uphold standards, and develop coffee knowledge.
• Share coffee knowledge and enthusiasm with guests and teammates to create community in the cafe.
• Complete tasks that keep the cafe running smoothly, including cleaning, clearing and washing dishes, sweeping, dusting, mopping, organizing condiment stations, and taking out trash.
• Help achieve company-wide sustainability goals.
• Follow health, food safety, and safety guidelines.
• Promote a safe and respectful working environment.
• Complete Blue Bottle Academy training and 90-day validation after hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on the first day.
• Coffee training and continuing education.
• Free membership in the Specialty Coffee Association of America and discounts on events.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid volunteer hours.
• 50% discount on products online and in cafes.
• Two free drinks during shifts for cafe team members.
• Flexible spending account and commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed