Morning Baristas

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Barista Position

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is looking for Baristas that enjoy working with people and making coffee, espresso, and tea beverages in the mornings starting as early as 5:30am and afternoons. We are an established, woman owned & led, premium coffeehouse brand that was founded in Ann Arbor and has been operating successfully for over 30 years.

This Sweetwaters is located in bustling & vibrant downtown Ann Arbor surrounded by lots of restaurants & retail. Parking is available in the surrounding neighborhoods & easy access to bus routes.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure coffee, tea, and espresso drinks are correctly and efficiently prepared to Sweetwaters standards.
• Provide friendly, accurate, and efficient guest service.
• Execute accurate and proper cash handling procedures.
• Ensure the café is clean, organized, and inviting at all times.
• Maintain and communicate your knowledge of the coffee, teas, and other products offered at Sweetwaters.

Opportunities for Advancement

Opportunity to be promoted to management training for the right candidates.

Requirements for the job

Must have strong customer service skills, enjoy drinking coffee or tea, food service experience preferred but not required. Must be available openings as early as 5:30am & afternoons.

• Loves to laugh and work in a positive environment.
• Must be available at least 15 hours per a week and at least 2 shifts on the weekend.
• Food service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and or move up to 50 lbs.
• Previous experience with cash handling and register systems.
• Passionate about giving, upbeat, friendly, and authentic customer service.

Compensation & Benefits

$15.00-$16.00 per hour* hourly rate includes tips. You must work a minimum of 15 hours/week. Brewed coffees, teas, and Cold Brews are a perk during shifts! Opportunity for professional advancement in our growing company.