Barista

Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters is a multi award-winning coffee roaster based in Sacramento, California, known for its commitment to quality and excellence in the coffee industry. Since its establishment in 2008, Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters has grown significantly, currently operating three retail cafes and serving numerous wholesale customers locally and beyond. The company prides itself on direct relationships with passionate coffee farmers, enabling access to premium microlots and the best tasting coffees available. These high-grade coffee beans and meticulous roasting techniques have earned Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters numerous accolades, such as being a finalist for the Roast Magazine 2023 Roaster of the Year and winning 2nd place overall in the Golden Bean North America Roasters competition. Their dedication to quality also brought them recognition as finalists in the 2021 Good Food Awards and consistent top placements in regional and national barista competitions.

At Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters, the core purpose is to make coffee approachable to everyone by combining passion for coffee, excellent customer service, and continuous learning. The company believes in sharing coffee knowledge in a friendly and accessible manner while maintaining a fun and engaging workplace environment. Their team is made up of coffee professionals who value quality, teamwork, and education. Customers visiting their retail cafes experience a welcoming atmosphere where expert baristas prepare expertly crafted beverages that highlight the unique flavors of their carefully sourced beans.

The current openings at Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters include part-time positions for Baristas and Customer Service Professionals. These roles are ideal for individuals who have a bubbly personality, a love for people and coffee, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Working with Chocolate Fish means not only serving coffee but becoming part of an award-winning team that places strong emphasis on training and professional development. The company provides specialized training for new hires to help them succeed, including competitive barista training that has historically helped their team achieve the highest ranks in local and national competitions.

The positions typically involve 4-6 days per week with shifts lasting 5-6 hours, amounting to approximately 20-35 hours weekly. Employees will earn a competitive hourly wage between $16.90 to $18.90 plus tips. The work environment is physically demanding, requiring candidates to be on their feet for most of the day, able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds, and capable of multitasking in a busy setting. Organizational skills, excellent communication, and a positive attitude are essential attributes for success in these roles. The company also offers convenient parking options at the Downtown Sacramento Hyatt location to accommodate employees.

Joining Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters means becoming part of a celebrated coffee community dedicated to quality, sustainability, and exceptional service. If you are passionate about coffee, eager to learn, and enjoy engaging with customers in a friendly and professional setting, these roles offer a unique opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a vibrant coffee culture in Sacramento.