Barista - Santa Clara - ECR

Peet's Coffee is a renowned specialty coffee retailer and brewer with a strong heritage in delivering high-quality coffee experiences. Founded with a passion for exceptional coffee, Peet's has grown to become a beloved name in the coffee industry known for its commitment to quality, community, and sustainability. Employees at Peet's benefit from working in a dynamic, people-focused environment where the culture revolves around authenticity, curiosity, and the pursuit of better customer experiences. Peet’s Coffee is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals can grow their careers while sharing their passion for coffee in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The company also partners with organizations like Enveritas to improve conditions for coffee farmers globally, reflecting its commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.

This job posting is for a Barista position at Peet’s Coffee, offering a rewarding opportunity for those who are passionate about coffee and customer service. The position is part-time with a flexible schedule, allowing employees to balance work with other aspects of their lives. Compensation for this role ranges from $20.25 to $20.75 per hour, depending on location and market conditions, plus an estimated average of $3.00 to $6.00 per hour in tips, both cash and electronic. This role promises more than just competitive pay; it offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees, paid vacation after four months of employment, a 401k plan with generous matching, and an Employee Assistance Program that provides valuable support resources.

As a Barista at Peet’s Coffee, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional customer experiences. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing hand-crafted beverages to the company’s high standards, maintaining a clean and organized coffee bar, and using your product knowledge to drive sales through suggestive selling and sampling. The role requires a team-oriented mindset, where collaboration and taking initiative are key to success. You will interact with customers regularly, making it important to be friendly and engaging while maintaining reliability through punctual attendance and completion of tasks. This position also has physical demands, requiring you to perform various physical tasks during shifts, so stamina and agility are beneficial.

Peet’s Coffee fosters an inclusive work environment that welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. The company strictly adheres to equal employment opportunity laws and provides reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process. The team culture emphasizes growth and development, with opportunities such as tuition scholarships through Oregon State University’s E Campus, encouraging employees to pursue their educational goals alongside their work. Joining Peet’s means becoming a part of a community that celebrates coffee culture while supporting each other’s professional journeys and personal values. If you are enthusiastic about coffee, enjoy serving customers authentically, and want to grow with an organization that values purposeful work, this Barista role at Peet’s Coffee is an ideal career move.