Seasonal Barista - Part-Time

CHAGEE Modern TeaHouse • Brea, CA

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About The Position

CHAGEE is hiring seasonal Tea Baristas, also called Charistas, to support its stores during the high-volume Thanksgiving through New Year’s season. This fixed-term role runs 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 requires availability for evenings, weekends, and public holidays during peak season, including Thanksgiving weekend, Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year’s Eve. Employees must participate in company training before their start date and obtain a Food Handler’s Permit within 30 days of starting; the company can assist. CHAGEE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive environment.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and a solid work ethic.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and public holidays throughout the season, including Thanksgiving weekend, Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year’s Eve.
• Availability to participate in company training before the start date.
• Food Handler’s Permit required within 30 days of the start date; the company can assist.
• Ability to read and interpret instructional documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for tea and a fun personality that contributes to CHAGEE culture.
• One year of barista experience; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drink orders to company standards with speed and consistency during high-volume periods.
• Follow standard operating procedures and the preparation manual.
• Learn 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 work area.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Operate the POS system efficiently and accurately receive customer payments.
• Upsell and suggest items to customers.
• Learn other responsibilities and take on ad-hoc assignments.

Benefits

• Tip eligible
• Paid training
• Free tea per shift
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed