Barista - Earn up to $22/hr!*

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📍 San Diego, CA, USOTHER💰 USD 18–18/yr

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BETTER BUZZ BARISTA – Earn up to $22+ per hour!*

 

Be a part of a growing company!

 

At Better Buzz Coffee Roasters, we’re more than just great coffee — we’re a lifestyle. Every day starts early, moves fast, and is fueled by fun, teamwork, and a shared passion for creating connection through coffee.

 

We believe in energy, authenticity, and community. From the first smile to the last sip, we create experiences that make a difference. If you’re ready to rise early, dream big, and inspire others to do the same, it’s time to live the Buzz Life.

 

We Seek Those who are:

  • Gregarious. You love people, conversation, and sharing great coffee moments.
  • Hospitable. You make everyone who walks in feel like an old friend.
  • Accommodating. You find ways to make each guest’s day better.
  • Competitive. You’re always striving to be your best — every shift, every transaction.
  • Energetic. Your positive energy fills the café and lifts up everyone around you.
  • Available. You can work at least 22 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today at www.betterbuzzcoffee.com/careers!

Perks of the Buzz Life

  • Free drinks & food on shift — fuel up with your favorite Buzz
  • 35% discount on retail, food & drinks when off shift
  • Opportunities for growth and a clear pathway for development
  • Dedicated training with a certified Training Ambassador
  • Paid sick time and competitive industry pay
  • Fun, high-energy environment surrounded by people who love what they do

Compensation:

 

Base pay is $17.85 per hour.  

*In addition to base pay, our team members also receive tips averaging approximately $5.00 per hour. Although tips can vary and are not guaranteed, our amazing customers regularly reward our team with generous gratuities for the great service and Buzz Life energy we bring every day.  Actual amounts may differ based on location, hours worked, quality of service, and customer discretion.   Average tips reflect 2025 reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver the Better Buzz experience through fast, friendly, and genuine service
  • Be knowledgeable about our coffee, tea, food, and specialty drinks
  • Prepare and serve beverages and food consistently following recipe standards
  • Work all café positions — our baristas are cross-trained and adaptable – including working in our kitchens to make food to order
  • Keep our spaces clean, safe – always ready for guests and teammates
  • Produces proper drink and food items to standard recipe specifications.
  • Stock all necessary ingredients in accordance with each station's needs.
  • Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products and areas.

Qualifications

  • 1+ year experience in coffee, food service, or hospitality preferred
  • Passion for great coffee and exceptional guest service
  • Strong communicator with a positive, solution-oriented attitude
  • Reliable, punctual, and available for nights, weekends and holidays
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

About Better Buzz

Founded in 2002 by two college students with a dream and a coffee cart, Better Buzz has grown into a thriving community with locations across California, Nevada, and Arizona. We roast our own organic, fair trade, and rainforest-certified coffee weekly!

 

We’re serious about quality, connection, and having a blast while doing it. At Better Buzz, you’re not just making coffee — you’re making people’s day.

 

Come live the Buzz Life. Learn more about us at www.betterbuzzcoffee.com

 

Better Buzz encourages you to be bold and authentically you! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the unique differences of our diverse team. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and consider every qualified applicant without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Better Buzz is also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to qualified job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at hr@betterbuzzcoffee.com

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Barista - Earn up to $22/hr!*
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