Barista - San Jose

Blue Bottle Coffee • San Jose, CA

5d

About The Position

Blue Bottle Coffee is hiring a Barista in San Jose 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 create a sense of community in the cafe. Baristas contribute to a clean, smoothly operating cafe, follow health and safety guidelines, and support the company’s sustainability goals. New hires complete Blue Bottle Academy training and a 90-day validation post-hire.

The position requires standing and walking for much of the day and frequent use of hands for precise tasks such as preparing coffee and operating the register. Duties may also involve bending, squatting, reaching, climbing, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. 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

• Eligible to work in the United States and at least 18 years old.
• Hold a Food Handler’s Certification valid for the state of employment, or obtain it within 30 days after hire.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Flexible schedule and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to use hands to reach, grip, turn, and perform precision work.
• Ability to squat, bend, twist, and reach for items below waist level or above shoulders as needed.
• Ability to lift, push/pull, carry, and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and ramps and navigate uneven floors or surfaces as needed.
• Ability to smell and taste food and beverages.
• Ability to listen and speak with guests.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional hospitality to guests, teammates, vendors, and suppliers.
• Prepare and serve beverages using different brewing and preparation methods.
• Prepare and serve food.
• Stay informed about current food and beverage offerings and preparation techniques, and develop knowledge through tastings, cuppings, and training.
• Taste beverages regularly to ensure quality, uphold standards, and develop palate.
• Share coffee knowledge and enthusiasm with guests and encourage teammates to do the same.
• Help keep the cafe running smoothly through tasks such as 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.
• 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 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.
• 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