Madhappy South Coast Plaza Pantry Part-Time Barista

MADHAPPY SOUTH COAST PLAZA PANTRY PART-TIME BARISTA Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including its permanent flagship in West Hollywood - to explore a personal expression as a means to an improved state of mind. Its own seasonal stores - with past and present locations including New York City (Soho), Aspen, Miami, East Hampton, and Tokyo - are each designed to reflect their site, while still sharing the brand’s DNA. The brand currently produces a selection of ever-evolving, evergreen classic styles, seasonally available collections and collaborations. Madhappy supports research and awareness in mental health through The Madhappy Foundation (a 501c(3) non-profit) and writes Local Optimist, a print magazine. Each to celebrate us as works-in-progress, and the personal and collective expression that is a part of that. Pantry by Madhappy is a food, and beverage concept developed by Madhappy that debuted in their West Hollywood Flagship location. About The Job We are looking to hire a part-time barista for our Pantry by Madhappy flagship location coming soon at South Coast Plaza. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring superior service to all customers, maintaining high-standards of operations for the store, and representing what Madhappy stands for! You must be based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area or Orange County to be considered for this position. Key Responsibilities Greet every customer warmly, creating meaningful connections by answering questions and making personalized recommendationsPrepare drinks with precision and consistency, prioritizing quality to ensure an exceptional customer experienceMaintain cleanliness and organization in both work and customer areas by wiping down surfaces, dusting, and keeping the shop's appearance polished and invitingShow consistent care and respect for all coffee equipment, including the espresso machine, grinders, PUQ press, and knock box, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality Qualifications About you 1+ years of coffee and/or coffee related experienceKnowledge of coffee and experience in matcha preparationPrevious experience working in a small team environmentAbility and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, holidays and weekends, as neededProven interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, patiently and effectively with customers and team membersFamiliarity with the Madhappy brand and mission Characteristics Can build authentic and meaningful connections with customers, fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphereAdaptable to both quiet and fast-paced environments with ease, maintaining focus and efficiencyDemonstrate honesty and integrity in all aspects of work, earning trust from both customers and team membersApproach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, resolving issues quickly and effectively as they arise Benefits Up to 96 hours of PTO annually based upon hours workedWelcome gift :)Employee discount and early access to products $20/hr plus tips About Madhappy Madhappy is a clothing brand for a community of optimists. Born in Los Angeles, 2017, the brand has built itself around an optimistic ideology, expressed through apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces around the world. Madhappy writes Local Optimist magazine, supports research and awareness in mental health through Madhappy Foundation. About Local Optimist Local Optimist is a space for radical discovery and connection. By focusing on open conversations and mindful exploration, we orient people with reliable, optimistic resources — available at any moment. About The Madhappy Foundation The Madhappy Foundation™ is non-profit organization, 501(c)(3) with a mission to improve mental health globally. Through The Madhappy Foundation™, 1% of proceeds from every sale benefit our efforts to raise awareness, fund research, and positively impact the mental health movement. Learn more here. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.