Barista - Pasadena

Peet's Coffee • Pasadena, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

For over 50 years, Peet's goal has been to offer the best coffees & teas in the world, without compromise, journeying in the pursuit of better blends, better cups, and better customer experiences. Since 1966, teams strive daily to deliver on the company's purpose, guided by values of Curiosity, Accountability, Mastery, and Inclusion. Peet's believes the secret to great coffee lies with the people who make it, applying the same care in team selection and preparation as in crafting the perfect cup. Peet’s is seeking passionate Baristas who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to mastery, ensuring unequaled quality and service. Baristas focus on engaging with customers, delivering the Peet’s brand, and managing daily coffeebar functions. The company's purpose is the pursuit of better coffee for people and the planet, aiming to be the chosen brand by coffee lovers globally through an unapologetic focus on high-quality coffee and earning its premium. Peetniks are passionate and authentic learners and doers, committed to this pursuit.

Requirements

• Carry a friendly, energetic, personable demeanor and have a passion for great customer service, with a customer-first mentality.
• Exhibit a strong focus on quality with an interest in learning more about coffee.
• Be extremely reliable and punctual.
• Enjoy working in a team-environment and building great relationships with their coworkers.
• Be able to work quickly, embrace and learn new information, multi-task and incorporate feedback into personal performance.
• Have the ability to perform various physical tasks during the work shift.
• Possess the interest and ability to actively work to become Barista certified by passing all required trainings and certifications within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes customers to store, engaging with them throughout their store experience.
• Determines customer needs by asking questions and sharing product knowledge.
• Demonstrates that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency.
• Provides consistent quality in the preparation of drinks and brewing of coffee and tea.
• Participates actively in training to learn new and promotional products.
• Continually works to expand product knowledge of coffee and tea.
• Maintains a clean and well-stocked store.
• Keeping up the daily coffeebar functions.

Benefits

• Starting pay between $14.00 to $20.00 plus $3.00 – $6.00 per hour cash and electronic tips.
• 401(k) plan, with generous matching (must be 18 years old to qualify)
• Tuition scholarship opportunities through Oregon State University E Campus to any of the 95+ OSU degrees offered
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance to employees who work 21 or more hours per week (following 6 months of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources for all employees
• Paid vacation (after a waiting period of employment)
• Flexible schedule
• Free coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees