Barista

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans in Waller, TX

is excited to welcome part-time Baristas to our team! Located at 2230 Field Store Rd., Suite 101. We're more than just a coffee shop, we're creating a warm, community gathering place where great coffee and genuine connection come together. We're looking for friendly, reliable, and customer-focused individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, positive environment. Coffee experience is a plus but not required. We'll train the right candidates in the PJ's way of crafting exceptional beverages and delivering outstanding service.

Benefits/Perks:

• Employee retail and shift discounts
• Prize opportunities through national contests
• Local, regional, and national awards and recognition

Responsibilities:

• Prepare hot and cold drinks in accordance with customer needs
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area
• Follow health and safety guidelines
• Address customer requests quickly and in a positive manner
• Memorize entire menu and ingredients and prepare all orders according to PJ's standards
• Assist in the restocking and replenishment of inventory and supplies
• Check in deliveries
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges, and make change
• Show up on time ready to work as scheduled
• Maintain a current Food Handlers certification
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Strong attention to detail

Required Skills:

• Minimum 1 year of prior coffee or food experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of coffee and brewing (preferred)
• Must have a basic knowledge of dining room and service procedures and functions
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Must have basic cash handling skills, and ability to perform basic mental math

Physical requirements:

• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, and kneel
• Ability to lift, push, and carry objects up to 50 lbs
• Occasional use of ladders
• Standing and walking up to 5 hours

Compensation: $10.00–$12.00 per hour including tips. Don't forget to add your resume! We are looking forward to hearing from you!

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans was founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, a pioneer in the coffee industry who embraced high-quality beans, superior roasting methods, and a pure passion for the art of coffee making. Today, PJ's Coffee is recognized for harvesting, roasting, and personally crafting gourmet drinks using only the top 1% of Arabica beans and delicious organic tea. In addition, our selection of fresh breakfast pastries and hot breakfast sandwiches makes for the perfect beverage pairing.

PJ's Coffee carries a complete line of espresso-based beverages, flavored coffee, and award-winning Original Cold Brew TM Iced Coffee. PJ's Coffee is committed to bringing our customers the freshest coffee possible, while developing programs to ensure quality of life is improved through community initiatives and by supporting local school programs.