Barista

*Barista @ Barista Parlor*We are always looking to add passionate and hospitality focused coffee processionals to our barista team. To apply for this role, we ask that you consider the following criteria, and if you feel like you are a good fit, send us your resume.We are specifically looking to hire at our East Nashville, Germantown, Sylvan, and Hillsboro locations. We are specifically looking for someone who can be full time (between 28-35 hours per week).We are specifically looking for people who have *open availability on Sat and Sun*, as this is where we would like to add some additional support on the floor.Our definition of a barista is someone who exemplifies customer service, hospitality, strives to be an expert in coffee, and is a dedicated team communicator.*Key Responsibilities:** Learn and exemplify Barista Parlor’s Core Values including, but not limited to Being Remarkable, Showing Empathy, Working Together, Seeing the Details, Being Kind, and Going for Gold* Must like talking to people. This is non-negotiable. While we are coffee professionals, we also recognize that a large part of our role is making our customers feel at home while giving them a top-notch coffee experience. This means treating all customers with empathy, and enthusiastically guiding them towards products or drinks that would fit their needs.* Respond to questions, orders, and concerns with patience, confidence, and professionalism, addressing any negative feedback constructively.* Engage customers about their drink preferences and tailor suggestions accordingly.* Facilitate natural dialogue with customers regarding other product offerings, including whole bean coffee, tea, food offerings, merchandise, as well as any current promotions.* Be an ambassador of Barista Parlor’s vision and brand, both behind the bar and at the front of the house.* Following and contributing to all daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to upkeep the operations of the café.* Prompt on-time arrival to scheduled shifts.* After training, must be able to articulate and maintain all coffee standards and recipes for drinks, espresso, pour over, batch brew, cold brew, and the like.* After training, must be able to assemble basic food prep recipes (like warming a biscuit or burrito).* Must complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and upkeep tasks as advised by GM and store leadership.*Job Requirements:** Minimum 2 years’ experience in hospitality role. (Specialty coffee experience is a plus, but is not a requirement)* You must have a passion for engaging with and developing customer relationships.* An ability to multitask, solving problems quickly and efficiently.* You must have consistent availability for this role and must be able to commit to at least (2) shifts per week.* Completion of the required training modules contained in the Retail Training Manual, and of other training modules.* Maintain coffee knowledge on current offerings and confidently and accurately communicate product information to customers.* Actively take part in coffee and tea tastings to further product knowledge and help find any issues or deficiencies.* Demonstrate an ongoing desire to pursue education, training, and industry trends.* You may be asked to carry up to 50lbs of weight as a team.*Compensation:** Compensation is based on experience. $11-$12/hour depending on experience.* Tips distributed with each pay period.Job Type: Full-timePay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Health insurance* Paid training* Vision insuranceShift:* Day shiftWork Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12