Seasonal Barista

CHAGEE Modern TeaHouse•Culver City, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CHAGEE is hiring seasonal Tea Baristas (Charistas) for its peak season, from Thanksgiving through New Year's. This fixed-term role is expected to run approximately 2–3 months, with hours guaranteed to remain under 29 per week. Top performers may be considered for conversion to a permanent part-time position at the end of the season. The role pays $20 per hour. The season start and end dates and store location are not provided. Charistas prepare drinks to company standards and provide friendly, efficient service in a high-volume environment. They learn the menu and share product and tea knowledge with customers, maintain a clean and safe work area, follow standard procedures, and process customer payments. Employees must be available for peak-season evenings, weekends, and public holidays, including Thanksgiving weekend, Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year's Eve. Company training is required before the start date. A Food Handler's Permit must be obtained within 30 days of starting; the company can assist. Benefits listed for this seasonal role include tip eligibility, paid training, free tea per shift, and a flexible schedule. The posting notes that 401(k) with company match, medical, vision, and dental benefits apply to full-time employees and are not included in this seasonal role.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong teamwork skills and a solid work ethic.
Ability to upsell and suggestively sell items to customers.
Willingness to learn other responsibilities and take on ad-hoc assignments.
Availability for evenings, weekends, and public holidays throughout the season, including Thanksgiving weekend, Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year's Eve.
Ability to read and interpret instructional documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
Food Handler's Permit required within 30 days of the start date; the company can assist.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods; reach, crouch, kneel, and stoop; frequently use computers and other technology; and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Barista experience; one year is preferred but not required.
Passion for tea and a fun personality that contributes to CHAGEE's culture.

Responsibilities

Prepare all drink orders to company standards with speed and consistency during high-volume peak periods.
Follow standard operating procedures and the preparation manual.
Learn and understand the menu, introduce new products, and share tea insights with customers.
Provide excellent customer service, especially during seasonal rush periods.
Maintain a clean and organized working area.
Comply with health and safety regulations.
Operate the point-of-sale system efficiently and receive customer payments accurately.
Upsell and suggest additional items to customers.
Participate in company training before the start date.
Obtain a Food Handler's Permit within 30 days of the start date.