Barista

Matcha Barista (Front of House)

Location: Irvine, CA
Full-Time Preferred | Part-Time Available

Job Summary

Mori's is an Asian-inspired beverage and light dining brand specializing in high-quality matcha and thoughtfully crafted drinks. We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Tea Barista to join our Front of House team. The ideal candidate values consistency, cleanliness, and guest experience, and takes pride in preparing beverages with care and precision.

As a Tea Barista, you will be responsible for beverage preparation, customer service, and maintaining an organized and welcoming front-of-house environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve tea- and matcha-based beverages according to store recipes and SOPs
• Customize drinks based on customer preferences while maintaining quality standards
• Operate POS system accurately and handle cash and card transactions
• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient customer service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of beverage stations, counters, and dining areas
• Assist with light food preparation in compliance with food safety standards
• Engage with customers by answering menu questions and offering recommendations
• Monitor front-of-house inventory and communicate restocking needs to management
• Follow all health, safety, and hygiene regulations
• Work collaboratively with team members during peak service hours

Requirements

• Previous café, tea shop, or food service experience preferred (training provided if needed)
• Interest in tea, matcha, and beverage preparation is a strong plus
• Comfortable using POS systems (experience with Aloha POS is a bonus)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Must be reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay starting at $17.5+tips (adjusted based on experience and tenure)
• Structured training with clear operating procedures
• Supportive, respectful, and well-organized work environment
• Employee discounts on food and beverages

If you enjoy working in a calm but fast-paced setting and care about quality, consistency, and service, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $ $21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 18 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person