Barista - San Mateo

Blue Bottle Coffee • San Mateo, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Bottle Coffee seeks a Barista passionate about coffee, culinary items, sustainability, and creating inclusive guest experiences grounded in care and respect. Baristas prepare and serve beverages and food, share their coffee knowledge with guests, and help build community in the cafe while supporting its day-to-day operations and sustainability goals. The role includes completing Blue Bottle Academy training and a 90-day post-hire validation.

The position requires working on your feet for much of the day and using your hands for detailed tasks such as preparing coffee and operating equipment and the register. Physical activities may include bending, reaching, lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, and climbing stairs or ladders. The work environment may include elevated temperatures near food and beverage preparation equipment and cooler temperatures in refrigerated spaces.

Compensation is $20.32 per hour, plus tips averaging approximately $5–$9 per shift hour.

Requirements

• Be eligible to work in the United States and at least 18 years old.
• Have an existing Food Handler’s Certification valid for the state of employment, or obtain one 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, thoughtful toward guests, attentive to detail, and willing to take on new experiences.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for coffee, food, sustainability, and inclusive hospitality.
• Interest in a career in food and beverage with a dynamic, growing company.
• A can-do attitude and enthusiasm for honing coffee and food-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to guests, teammates, vendors, and suppliers.
• Prepare and serve beverages using a variety of brewing and preparation methods, as well as food.
• Stay informed 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-tasting skills.
• Share coffee knowledge and enthusiasm with guests and encourage teammates to do the same.
• Complete tasks that keep the cafe running smoothly, including cleaning, 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 and promote a safe, respectful workplace.
• Complete Blue Bottle Academy training and the 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, including Expos and Championships.
• 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