Barista at The Coffee Oasis

Job Description

Job Description

Join The Coffee Oasis as a Part-Time or Full-Time Barista / Kitchen Staff member in Kitsap and Pierce County, and step into a role where your presence shapes our community every day!

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to create welcoming spaces where customers feel seen, valued, and cared for. You'll be part of a mission-driven café whose proceeds support our youth programs across the Kitsap and Pierce communities; Bringing warmth, consistency, and connection to every shift.

If you're someone who shows up with a positive attitude, works well with others, and cares about people, this role gives you the opportunity to do meaningful, hands-on work every day.

A Day in the Life

As a Barista / Kitchen Staff member, you are a key part of creating a vibrant, welcoming café environment. Your work is fast-paced, team-oriented, and rooted in hospitality and care.

On a typical day, you will:

• Provide excellent customer service by engaging with customers, sharing menu knowledge, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Prepare high-quality espresso beverages and food items according to café standards.
• Maintain cleanliness in the café, kitchen, and restrooms in alignment with health and safety standards.
• Support team members and communicate effectively with the Café Manager or Assistant Manager as needed.
• Represent The Coffee Oasis mission and values through respectful, intentional customer interactions.
• Help maintain an inviting, comfortable environment for all guests.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Naturally enjoy working with people and creating positive experiences.
• Can stay organized and calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Value teamwork, communication, and shared responsibility.
• Take pride in cleanliness, quality, and consistency.
• Want your work to contribute to a greater mission in the community.

REQUIREMENTS

To thrive as a Barista / Kitchen Staff member at The Coffee Oasis, candidates must demonstrate alignment with our mission, values, and commitment to excellent service.

• Alignment with The Coffee Oasis mission, vision, and core values.
• Current food handler's card (or ability to obtain one).
• Barista or food service experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts.
• Ability to move throughout the café to complete tasks efficiently.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for cash handling, food preparation, and equipment use.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks in a café environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and team members in a busy setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a fast-paced café environment across Kitsap and Pierce County locations. This role involves frequent customer interaction, teamwork, and periods of high activity.

Employees should be comfortable working mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends depending on scheduling needs.

This role is fully on-site.

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly pay for this role ranges from $17.78 to $21.00 per hour.

As a part-time or full-time employee, you may be eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Café Discounts, Paid Sick and Vacation Time, 12 Paid Holidays, 401(k) with up to 4% employer match, and more.

Benefits eligibility is based on scheduled hours: employees working 20–29 hours per week are eligible for partial benefits, and employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for full benefits. More information can be provided and discussed amidst the interview process.

A LITTLE ABOUT US

The Coffee Oasis is a Christian non-profit organization that exists to create pathways of opportunity for youth to be restored in heart, soul, mind, and body. We believe youth are the future of our community, but many are hurting, homeless, and hindered from living their full potential. The Coffee Oasis youth programs offer a place for the community to invest in their future-the youth.

We do this through creating safe shared spaces, mentorship, street and school outreach, goal setting, job training, shelter, and crisis services. The cafés offer a "third place" for the community to gather and buy products with the added value of all profits returning to create opportunities for youth.

GET STARTED WITH OUR TEAM!

If you are passionate about serving others, enjoy working in a team environment, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization that supports youth in our community, this opportunity is for you.

Apply today! We look forward to meeting you and building community together.

TO BE CONSIDERED

• Please complete your online application at
• Please attach a letter of interest for this position
• Please provide three professional references