Cook/Barista

Drift Coffee & Kitchen•Durham, NC

60d•Onsite

About The Position

Drift is a cafe founded on the principle of stripping back the unnecessary. We serve fresh, holistic foods and beverages while offering an interactive experience, driving connections between one another. As a team, we are united by this everyday. We appreciate coffee, love serving good food, offer an engaging atmosphere, cleanup after ourselves and open our arms to anyone who comes through the door. About the job: Cooks handle multiple roles in the shop. From food prep to serving, cleaning and making drinks all the while, creating and maintaining a clean, functional workspace. Baristas handle multiple roles in the shop. From making quality drinks at high volumes while creating and maintaining a clean, functional workspace, holding down the register, serving guests, etc. Both positions require being flexible and knowledgeable. This is a full time or part time position and this role will report to the Store Manager. You will: Deliver impeccable hospitality to our guests and your fellow teammates Be knowledgeable of all menu items Follow recipe guidelines and sanitation procedures Support your team in keeping the cafe running smoothly and beautifully. These tasks may vary but can include washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, cleaning and organizing condiment station, and taking out trash You are: Hospitality driven Motivated to put others before yourself Comfortable with following directions and problem-solving when needed Diligent, humble, and open-minded Reliable and consistent where teammates and managers can always depend on you to be punctual, dedicated and bringing your A-game You have: 2 Years of prior work food service, hospitality or retail experience Reliable transportation WEEKEND AVAILABILITY Hours & Benefits: Full time/ Part time 401K Match Paid Time Off Free coffee drinks during shift Discounted food items and merchandise Development opportunities $18 – $20/hr (total hourly average with base wage and tips combined) Gain in-depth hospitality and food service knowledge If you want to be a part of something that is fresh, exciting and challenging, please apply and join us. Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Drift, we believe hospitality is more than serving coffee and food, it’s creating spaces where people feel welcomed, connected, and cared for. We’re looking for individuals who care deeply about serving others, creating thoughtful experiences, and meaningful connections. Through exceptional food and beverage, intentional hospitality, and inviting spaces, our team helps create memorable moments for every guest who walks through our doors. Our Mission Drift is a coffee and café brand committed to offering authentic, memorable experiences rooted in simplicity and care. We serve fresh, thoughtful food and beverages with heartfelt hospitality in clean, open environments designed to bring people together. Join us in creating spaces people want to return to — day after day.