Barista at Blue Bottle Coffee

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Part TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Food & Beverage, HospitalityIndustries

Requirements

Existing Food Handler’s Certification: Required for the state you will be working in, or will obtain it within 30 days post-hire
Basic Math and Computer Skills: Necessary for handling transactions and operating point-of-sale systems
Flexible Schedule: Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
18 Years of Age or Older: Must be at least 18 years old
Eligible to Work in the United States: Must be authorized to work in the US
Passion for Coffee, Food, and Hospitality: A genuine interest in coffee, culinary items, and creating positive guest experiences
Reliable and Consistent: Punctual and prepared to bring your best work
Thoughtful and Detail-Oriented: Able to anticipate guest needs and uphold quality standards

Responsibilities

Deliver Exceptional Hospitality: Provide outstanding service to guests, teammates, and vendors
Prepare and Serve Beverages: Craft a variety of delicious beverages using different brewing and preparation methods
Prepare and Serve Food: Prepare and serve a selection of food items
Maintain Coffee Knowledge: Stay up-to-date on beverage and food offerings, techniques, and participate in tastings and trainings
Create Community: Share your passion for coffee and inspire others within the cafe
Support Cafe Operations: Assist with cleaning, clearing, dishwashing, sweeping, dusting, and maintaining a clean and organized environment
Uphold Sustainability Goals: Promote and support the company’s sustainability initiatives
Follow Health and Safety Guidelines: Adhere to all health, food safety, and safety regulations
Complete Training: Participate in Blue Bottle Academy training and complete 90-day validation

Skills

Food Handler Certification

POS Systems

Basic Math

Customer Service

Beverage Preparation

Food Preparation

Coffee Brewing

Hospitality

Cafe Maintenance

Blue Bottle Coffee

Specialty coffee roaster and retailer

About Blue Bottle Coffee

Blue Bottle Coffee specializes in roasting and selling high-quality coffee beans and brewing equipment, primarily in the United States. The company focuses on providing freshly roasted coffee, emphasizing single-origin beans that highlight unique flavors from specific regions. Customers can purchase products directly from the website or physical locations, and they also offer a subscription service for regular deliveries of coffee. This model allows Blue Bottle Coffee to cater to individual coffee lovers and specialty coffee shops while ensuring a steady revenue stream. Their commitment to quality and sustainable sourcing practices sets them apart from competitors in the specialty coffee market.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2002Year Founded

$132MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision for eligible employees on day one

401(k)

Free drinks at any of our cafes and a complimentary bag of beans to take home each week

Discounts on any Blue Bottle food items and merchandise

Paid Time Off

Risks

Competitors like Diamond Brew threaten market share in instant coffee segment.

Cultural differences in Southeast Asia may impact brand acceptance.

New product introductions may alienate traditional Blue Bottle customers.

Differentiation

Blue Bottle offers single-origin beans for unique regional flavor profiles.

The company provides both direct-to-consumer sales and subscription services.

Blue Bottle emphasizes sustainable sourcing and high-quality, freshly roasted coffee.

Upsides

Expansion into Las Vegas and Singapore increases brand visibility and customer base.

Craft Instant Coffee aligns with growing instant coffee trend in Asia.

Collaboration with BTR Nation taps into functional foods trend for health-conscious consumers.

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