Barista

Coffee Truck Barista & Customer Experience Specialist

Location: Washington, DC (Mobile Coffee Truck)

Pay: $18–$20 per hour + tips (Average earnings often exceed $22/hour)

Schedule:

• Part-time or Full-time
• Early mornings required
• Typical start time: 5:30 AM
• Weekend availability is a plus

About Us

We’re not just serving coffee, we’re creating someone’s favorite part of the morning.

Our coffee truck has built a loyal following because we believe great coffee should come with great conversation and exceptional service. We’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people and can turn first-time customers into regulars.

If you’re energetic, dependable, and love making someone’s day a little better, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and espresso beverages
• Welcome every customer with enthusiasm and professionalism
• Build relationships with customers and encourage repeat business
• Help attract new customers through friendly, engaging interactions
• Operate the point-of-sale system and accurately handle transactions
• Set up and prepare the truck before opening
• Keep the truck clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the day
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards
• Assist with opening and closing procedures

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

• Naturally outgoing and charismatic
• Exceptional at customer service and sales
• Friendly, polished, and professional
• Reliable; you show up when you say you will
• Comfortable working independently
• Fast-paced without sacrificing quality
• Detail-oriented and takes pride in cleanliness
• A strong communicator
• Positive, coachable, and eager to learn

Experience

Preferred:

• Barista or coffee shop experience
• Retail, hospitality, restaurant, or customer service experience
• Sales experience or experience building customer relationships

Not Required:
No barista experience? That’s okay. We can teach coffee. We can’t teach personality, work ethic, and a genuine love for serving people.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for extended periods
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions
• Able to work efficiently in a compact workspace

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly pay
• Tips
• Paid training from an experienced coffee professional
• Positive, supportive work environment
• Opportunity for raises based on performance
• Every day is different; you’ll meet hundreds of interesting people

How to Apply

Tell us why you’d be a great fit. We’d especially love to hear about a time you turned a stranger into a loyal customer or delivered an outstanding customer experience.

Resumes are encouraged, but personality and reliability matter just as much.