Barista

Blue Bottle Coffee • Malibu, CA

20d • Onsite

About The Position

At Blue Bottle Coffee, a Barista is passionate about coffee, culinary items, sustainability, and creating exceptional guest experiences grounded in care and respect. Baristas help create community through coffee while contributing to a smooth, safe, and welcoming cafe environment. The role includes preparing beverages and food, sharing knowledge with guests and teammates, maintaining quality and cleanliness, and supporting company sustainability goals. Baristas complete Blue Bottle Academy training and a 90-day post-hire validation.

The position requires standing and walking for much of the day, using hands for precision work, and periodically squatting, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, climbing, tasting, smelling, listening, and speaking. Duties take place in environments that may include elevated temperatures from food and beverage equipment and cooler temperatures in refrigerated spaces.

The stated pay is $20 per hour, plus tips averaging approximately $5–$12 per shift hour.

Requirements

• Be eligible to work in the United States and at least 18 years old.
• Have a current Food Handler’s Certification required for the state of employment, or obtain it within 30 days after hire.
• Have basic math and computer skills.
• Have a flexible schedule and be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Be reliable and punctual.
• Be thoughtful and able to anticipate guest needs.
• Be passionate about coffee, food, and inclusive hospitality.
• Be detail-oriented and interested in developing craft and knowledge.
• Have a can-do attitude and be open to new experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to guests, teammates, vendors, and suppliers.
• Prepare 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 a palate.
• Create community by sharing coffee knowledge and enthusiasm with guests and teammates.
• Perform tasks that keep the cafe clean, organized, and running smoothly, including 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 post-hire validation.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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