PT Barista | CA | Silver Lake

Chobani is a renowned food manufacturer dedicated to creating high-quality and nutritious food products accessible to a broad audience, while simultaneously uplifting communities and promoting a healthier world. Founded in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the United States, Chobani has become a purpose-driven, people-first, and food-and-wellness-focused company. It manufactures a variety of products such as yogurt, oat milk, and creamers, with its yogurt brand being the number one in America, known for its natural ingredients and absence of artificial preservatives. In 2023, Chobani expanded its portfolio by acquiring La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster aligned with Chobani’s values of quality, craftmanship, and community impact. This acquisition enabled Chobani to offer cold-pressed espresso and lattes at cafes nationwide, as well as ready-to-drink coffee beverages through retail channels. Additionally, in 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand delivering nutritious, delicious, and convenient ready-to-make meals. The company operates multiple manufacturing facilities in New York, Idaho, Michigan, and Australia, distributing its products across North America and select international markets.

Chobani strongly believes in using food as a force for good, emphasizing humanity in all its practices and prioritizing philanthropic efforts to give back to communities. As an equal opportunity employer, Chobani ensures a discrimination-free workplace, supporting diversity and inclusion across numerous categories such as race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and more. The company also offers up to 60 hours of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and personal time, alongside up to 60 hours of Flexible Time Off (FTO), which encompasses sick leave. The compensation for the Barista role starts at $21.00 per hour.

The Barista position at La Colombe, a Chobani brand, provides an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality, customer service, and the art of coffee-making. The role is the cornerstone of the café environment, acting as both a community builder and a representative of the La Colombe brand. Employees receive comprehensive training to become coffee experts, learning to create beverages consistently, with quality and style aligned with La Colombe’s high standards. The role demands a balance of responsibility, respect, and positivity, as baristas not only operate their stations with precision but also uplift their teammates and create an inviting atmosphere for guests. This fast-paced and customer-facing role requires energy, warmth, and genuine connection to each customer.

Daily duties include engaging with customers as the face of the café, taking and fulfilling orders, maintaining cleanliness and organization of the workspace, and supporting the team whenever necessary. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, excels in multitasking, and exudes enthusiasm and initiative. They are detail-oriented, consistent in their work, and bring positive energy to every shift. Beyond making excellent coffee, baristas help foster a welcoming and vibrant community space while embodying Chobani and La Colombe's core values — kindness, respect, deliciousness, efficiency, and cleanliness. This position is not only a job but a pathway to long-term career growth, offering opportunities to advance into management, training, operations, or sales roles within the organization. Free coffee and a purposeful, engaging work environment further enrich this rewarding role, making it perfect for those who love coffee and community alike.