Barista

Padel39•Austin, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

East 5th Coffee is a neighborhood coffee concept at Padel39 in East Austin, aiming to provide a warm, third-space environment for the community and Padel39 members. The focus is on genuine hospitality and expertly crafted beverages, making guests feel welcome and turning first visits into regular habits. The team is being hired to set the tone for the new establishment opening in May 2026.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a cafe, coffee shop, or hospitality environment - at least one year preferred
  • Genuine warmth with guests
  • A willingness to learn the menu thoroughly and hold it to standard
  • Someone who takes pride in a clean, organized station and a well-run shift
  • Comfort with POS systems is a plus (we use Union POS)

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve East 5th Coffee's full beverage menu: espresso drinks, matcha, and smoothies
  • Greet every guest warmly and create the kind of interaction that makes East 5th feel like a neighborhood place, not a transaction
  • Operate and maintain all equipment to standard every shift
  • Maintain wholesale food display -- presentation, freshness, and rotation throughout service
  • Complete opening, mid-shift, and closing checklists accurately and on time
  • Monitor product levels and communicate low stock to your lead or management team
  • Keep the East 5th Coffee environment clean, organized, and genuinely inviting from open to close
  • Always operate in compliance with applicable Texas health and food safety regulations

Benefits

  • Tips (all-day East 5th Coffee tip pool, allocated by hours worked)
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