Barista

About the Role

At Drift, our Baristas create exceptional coffee experiences while delivering warm, genuine hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Food Safety
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
  • Wash hands, change gloves, and use tools correctly at all times.
  • Maintain proper temperature control and storage.
  • Keep work areas clean and food-safe.
  • Speak up immediately if something is unsafe or incorrect.
  • Never cut corners on safety, even when busy.
• Food and Coffee Quality
  • Follow recipes, builds, and standards exactly.
  • Care about taste, appearance, and consistency.
  • Check your own work before it goes out.
  • Fix mistakes instead of sending them.
  • Ask for help when unsure rather than guessing.
• Feel — The Drift Guest Experience
  • Greet guests warmly with eye contact and positive energy.
  • Use Drift hospitality language and behaviors.
  • Stay calm, respectful, and friendly under pressure.
  • Thank guests and invite them back.
  • Represent Drift with professionalism.
• Flow
  • Move with urgency and purpose.
  • Stay aware of what’s happening around you.
  • Anticipate what’s needed next.
  • Keep your station organized and ready.
  • Adjust quickly as volume changes.
• Function
  • Know your role and execute it consistently.
  • Communicate clearly with teammates and leaders.
  • Jump in to help when the team needs support.
  • Accept coaching and feedback.
  • Show up on time, prepared, and ready to work.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources