Barista

Barista Position Location:

Rose Garden Market & Co. - 3015 W. Markham St.,

Little Rock, AR Schedule:

Mornings, Mid-Days, Weekends +

Some Evenings Starting Pay:

$17-$20+/hr, tips included

About Us:

Rose Garden Market & Co. is more than just a café and bar — we're a creative hub and community gathering space where people come to feel at home. We host everything from slow morning coffee visits to lively community events, blending culture, creativity, and comfort into everything we do. About the

Role:

We're looking for a friendly, detail-oriented, and community-driven barista to help lead the café experience at The Garden. You'll be one of the first points of connection for our guests — someone who can make quality drinks, create a welcoming atmosphere, and support the daily flow of the shop with confidence and care. This role is perfect for someone who loves coffee, hospitality, creativity, and being part of a team that is building something meaningful.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, teas, specialty beverages, and other café offerings with consistency and care Create a welcoming, social, and inclusive atmosphere for all guests Learn and follow Rose Garden drink recipes, standards, and service flow Support daily shop operations, including opening, mid-shift, and closing tasks Assist with basic food prep, pastry setup, restocking, and general café organization Maintain a clean, stocked, and guest-ready café, bar, and front-of-house space Help track and report low inventory, prep needs, customer feedback, and operational concerns Support team members during busy shifts, events, and programming Adapt smoothly between slower café hours and higher-volume service periods Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and creative team environment

What We're Looking For:

Experience with espresso, coffee, or café service preferred Strong interpersonal and customer service skills — you enjoy connecting with people A passion for craft beverages, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences Dependable, self-motivated, organized, and team-minded Comfortable with routines, checklists, cleaning standards, and daily reporting Able to communicate clearly with management and team members Excited about being part of a creative, community-centered space Willingness to learn bar basics, food prep, and event support as needed Interest in growing with a values-driven small business

Perks & Culture:

Tips shared fairly based on shift structure Creative and supportive team environment Paid training Employee discount Opportunities to grow into lead, full-time, or expanded operations roles Access to unique community events and artistic programming Opportunity to help shape café drinks, seasonal specials, and guest experience standards

To Apply:

Send your resume and a short note about why you'd be a great fit. We'd love to hear what inspires you about coffee, hospitality, and creating meaningful experiences for guests.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training

Shift:

4 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift

Work Location:

In person