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Playback Coffee
Barista
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What they do
A Barista prepares and serves coffee and other beverages at coffee houses or coffee bars. Takes customer orders, serves baked goods and snacks, runs and maintains coffee making equipment and monitors supplies.
$39,303 / year median in California
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Barista Playback Coffee San Jose, CA Job Details Part-time $19.50 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Paid training Employee discount Paid sick time Qualifications Serving Food service health code compliance Café experience Barista experience Coffee shop experience Guest services Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Playback Coffee San Pedro Square - Downtown San Jose, CA Part-time Hourly wage + tips (Up to $10/hour) Playback Coffee is a café rooted in craft, music, and community, located in the heart of San Pedro Square. Created by the team behind Academic Coffee and Nuvo Hospitality, Playback celebrates San Jose's history in broadcasting and technology while spotlighting thoughtfully sourced coffees and warm, intentional hospitality. We're looking for baristas who care deeply about people, consistency, and creating a welcoming space. If you love coffee, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in thoughtful service, we'd love to meet you. Schedule Expectations
- Looking for a commitment of at least 3 days per week
- At least one weekend day required Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay plus tips
- Sick Pay
- Employee discounts
- Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Qualifications
- Barista experience preferred
- Strong understanding of hospitality and guest experience
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced café environment
- Able to approach conflict with empathy and professionalism
- Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
- A positive attitude and commitment to being kind and respectful
- Holds or can obtain California Food Handler's card Job Duties
- Prepare and serve coffee and beverages to Playback standards
- Deliver thoughtful, welcoming hospitality to every guest
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café and bar
- Follow company guidelines for quality, safety, and service
- Work collaboratively with teammates and shift leads
- Occasionally cover shifts as agreed upon
- Lift and carry coffee or boxes up to 25 lbs as needed
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$19.50 per hourBenefits:
Employee discount Paid training Application Question(s): Please list your work availability. For examples days and times you would be able to work.Experience:
Barista:
2 years (Required) Ability toCommute:
San Jose, CA 95110 (Required) Ability toRelocate:
San Jose, CA 95110: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements