Bakery Associate - Cashier/Barista South Gate

85C Bakery Cafe is a renowned global bakery and beverage retail business, famously featured on prominent media outlets such as TIME, CNN, NPR, and the Travel Channel. Founded in 2004, 85C Bakery Cafe has grown into a culinary phenomenon with over 1,000 stores worldwide, offering customers a unique cafe experience centered around high-quality pastries and beverages at an affordable price. The brand is publicly traded in Taiwan and is celebrated for its commitment to delivering five-star quality products paired with exceptional customer service. The company culture emphasizes teamwork, a fun work atmosphere, and rapid career growth opportunities.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Store Front Associates, including roles such as Baristas and Cashiers, who are eager to embrace challenges and grow quickly with the 85C Bakery Cafe team. Candidates should be committed to delivering outstanding customer service, detail-oriented, and always willing to go above and beyond to create memorable guest experiences. This role requires weekend availability and a minimum of 20 hours per week.

As a Store Front Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring that every customer interaction reflects the high standards for which 85C Bakery Cafe is known. You will be responsible for making a memorable connection with guests, ensuring their experience is positive and unique. Collaboration with the store management team and fellow employees is vital to fostering an uplifting and efficient working environment. Associates will cross-train across different departments including bread baking, cake decorating, barista duties, and point of sale operations.

This position demands moderate physical activity, including frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees must be able to perform these tasks comfortably while adhering to all health and safety guidelines. Being ServSafe certified and able to comply with Health Department regulations is essential. Because the role involves exposure to varying temperatures within coolers and freezers, candidates must be physically prepared for these conditions.

Working at 85C Bakery Cafe offers more than just a job; it’s a chance to join a dynamic, fast-growing business with career advancement potential. Employees enjoy several attractive benefits such as a free meal plan, complimentary tea, a 20% discount on products when off duty, an employee referral monetary incentive program, and a positive, fun work environment that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. If you are at least 18 years old, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this is the perfect opportunity to become a valuable part of the 85C Bakery Cafe family.