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Barista

2/2/2026

The Barista is primarily responsible for taking orders, preparing beverages, and serving guests while ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the coffee and gelato shop areas. Duties include delivering fast and friendly service, maintaining menu knowledge, adhering to recipe standards, and completing assigned sidework.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Family-owned and operated since 1969, we at The Brigantine Restaurants attribute our success and longevity to our outstanding employees and managers. We pride ourselves on a culture built on our team approach & guest-centered focus, encourage open communication, and thrive on the level of partnership this affords in each of our successful restaurants. Together we work towards our Mission Statement: Every Guest Leaves Happy! It is our goal to create an environment where our guests feel at home and our team members thrive. The Brigantine, Inc. currently has 20 restaurants across 6 concepts throughout San Diego County, The Brigantine Seafood and Oyster Bar, Miguel's Cocina, Ketch Brewing, Ketch Grill and Taps, Topsail, and Portside Coffee & Gelato.
About the Role

Description

Job Summary:

The Barista is primarily responsible for taking orders, preparing beverages, and serving guests at Portside Coffee & Gelato. This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $17.75 per hour plus tips
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Flexible schedule
  • Discounts on meals
  • Career advancement opportunities

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Deliver an amazing guest experience with fast and friendly service when taking orders and processing payments.  
  • Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the menu, with the ability to answer questions and make suggestions.
  • Prepare and serve beverages consistently adhering to all recipe standards.
  • Anticipate guests’ needs and exceed customer service expectations.
  • Protects establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation and safety policies.
  • Keep designated service stations clean and organized.
  • Restock and replenish bar inventory.
  • Ensure guests are enjoying their experience and take action to correct any problems.
  • Concludes the guest experience by acknowledging choice of establishment and inviting patrons to return.
  • Complete assigned sidework at the beginning, during, and at end of shift. 
  • Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

About Portside Coffee & Gelato: Portside Coffee & Gelato is part of The Brigantine, Inc. with over 20 restaurants in 6 concepts throughout San Diego County: The Brigantine Seafood and Oyster Bar, Miguel’s Cocina, Ketch Brewing, Ketch Grill and Taps, Topsail, and Portside Coffee & Gelato. We pride ourselves on a culture built on our team approach & guest-centered focus, encourage open communication, and thrive on the level of partnership this affords in each of our successful restaurants. Together we work towards our Mission Statement: Every Guest Leaves Happy! It is our goal to create an environment where our guests feel at home and our team members thrive.

Requirements

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year experience required. 
  • Friendly, energetic, detail-oriented team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment! 
  • A desire to help where needed and work as part of a team.
  • Ability to work positively and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to monitor the entire bar area and service wells.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Exhibit a professional appearance and mannerisms.
  • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and wipe for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to carry trays and supplies (up to 25 lbs.).
Key Skills
Order TakingBeverage PreparationGuest ServicePayment ProcessingMenu KnowledgeRecipe AdherenceCustomer ServiceSanitation PoliciesSafety PoliciesInventory RestockingProblem CorrectionSidework CompletionTeamworkAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsComposure
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityRetailCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Paid Sick LeaveFlexible ScheduleDiscounts On MealsCareer Advancement Opportunities
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