Barista
At Ladybird Taco, we serve tacos, coffee, and connection. Our mission is to bring life-giving hospitality to our communities through great food, great coffee, and genuine care for one another. If you love people, take pride in crafting great drinks, and want to grow personally and professionally — you’ll feel right at home here.
About the role
As a Barista, you’ll deliver exceptional guest experiences by preparing high-quality espresso drinks and beverages while living out our values of being Caring, Humble, and Hungry every day. You’ll report to the General Manager and collaborate closely with our FOH hospitality team. You’ll work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment where everyone pitches in.
Responsibilities
- Greet guests and create a warm, welcoming experience
- Prepare and serve specialty espresso beverages and delicious handcrafted drinks
- Operate the POS with accuracy and hospitality
- Support teammates — set up the next person for success
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area
- Complete daily cleaning and organization tasks
- Receive, stock, and rotate product and inventory
- Jump in wherever needed — no job too small
Requirements
- Friendly, caring, humble, hungry to grow
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Quick learner who adapts well in fast-paced environments
- Detail-focused and committed to consistency and quality
- Able to follow food safety and cleanliness standards
- Stand for long periods; lift up to 25 lbs
- Use espresso equipment, POS systems, and kitchen tools
- Follow instructions and safety procedures accurately
- Work safely around cleaning products and hot equipment
Qualifications
Experience as a barista, coffee barista, or café team member is a plus — but not required. We’ll teach you!
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks (healthy, delicious shift meals)
- Free uniforms (Ladybird Taco gear)
- Paid time off after 1 year (32+ hrs/week)
- Training & development (barista skill development and coffee training)
- Wellness resources (healthcare offering coming in 2026)
- Opportunity for advancement (clear career path and leadership opportunities)
- Fun, supportive team culture
Pay
Earn up to $20/hour.