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Bobarista - Palo Alto

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$9 - $9.87/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea, boba and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Bobarista - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$18.29 - $18.80/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Bobarista - San Carlos

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $17.75/hr

BOBARISTA Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures ...

Bobarista - Palo Alto

Palo Alto, CA

$18 - $20.50/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea, boba and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Bobarista - San Ramon

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Barista/Apps

Arcadia, CA · On-site

$20.50/hr

The Barista / Expo position is one (1) position responsible for making all drinks in the Boba station, plating all the appetizer items in the Side Station, and packing takeout orders in the Packing ...

Bobarista - San Ramon

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Bobarista - Palo Alto

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$9 - $9.88/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea, boba and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

Barista/Apps

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$23.50/hr

The Barista / Expo position is one (1) position responsible for making all drinks in the Boba station, plating all the appetizer items in the Side Station, and packing takeout orders in the Packing ...

Bobarista - San Carlos

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $17.75/hr

BOBARISTA Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures ...

Bobarista - Rockridge

Oakland, CA · On-site

$16.47 - $16.97/hr

BOBARISTA Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures ...

Barista/Apps

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$23.50/hr

The Barista / Expo position is one (1) position responsible for making all drinks in the Boba station, plating all the appetizer items in the Side Station, and packing takeout orders in the Packing ...

Barista/Apps

Glendale, CA · On-site

$20.50/hr

As a Barista/Apps , you play a key dual role in bringing the Din Tai Fung (DTF) experience to life ... You'll prepare all beverages at the Boba station, plate appetizer items at the side station, and ...

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... barista, boba, food service or customer service experience is a plus, but not required What We're ... Looking For ● Team members who can confidently represent the Thirsty Waters brand and its special ...

Barista/Apps

Arcadia, CA · On-site

$20.50/hr

The Barista / Expo position is one (1) position responsible for making all drinks in the Boba station, plating all the appetizer items in the Side Station, and packing takeout orders in the Packing ...

Barista/Apps

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$23.50/hr

The Barista / Expo position is one (1) position responsible for making all drinks in the Boba station, plating all the appetizer items in the Side Station, and packing takeout orders in the Packing ...

Bobarista - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$18.29 - $18.80/hr

Boba Guys is looking for milk tea and coffee enthusiasts who are passionate about quality, radical candor, and giving a damn about good business practices. Our mission is to bridge cultures and ...

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How much do boba barista jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for boba barista in the United States is $15.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a boba barista?

A Boba Barista is responsible for preparing and serving bubble tea and other beverages in a tea or boba shop. Their duties include brewing tea, cooking tapioca pearls, mixing drinks to order, and ensuring a clean and organized workspace. They also take customer orders, handle payments, and provide friendly customer service. Boba Baristas must be detail-oriented, quick, and knowledgeable about different tea flavors and toppings.

What does a boba barista do?

As a Boba Barista, your day-to-day duties will include preparing a variety of bubble tea drinks according to standardized recipes, brewing teas, cooking tapioca pearls, and properly assembling customer orders. You'll operate specialized equipment like sealing machines and blenders, manage inventory and restock ingredients, handle payments using POS systems, and maintain cleanliness throughout the workspace. Interacting with customers to take orders, answer questions, and provide friendly service is a core part of the role. Teamwork is also important, as you’ll often collaborate with fellow baristas to ensure timely service during busy periods.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a boba barista?

A successful Boba Barista needs a good grasp of drink preparation, food safety standards, and basic cash handling, often supported by on-the-job training or food handler certification. Familiarity with blenders, commercial tea brewers, sealing machines, and point-of-sale (POS) systems is commonly required. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments are key soft skills that set top performers apart. These abilities help ensure consistently high product quality, positive customer experiences, and smooth operations during busy shifts.

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Now Hiring: Barista / Future Store Leader

Feng Cha

Prosper, TX • On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Feng Cha rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Feng Cha is looking for people who love boba, enjoy serving guests, and want to grow in the beverage industry.

This is more than a regular barista position. You will start at the store level as a barista, learn our drinks, service standards, and daily operations from the ground up. For the right team members, we provide training and development opportunities to grow into roles such as Shift Leader, Assistant Manager, General Manager, or future corporate opportunities.

If you enjoy boba, café culture, teamwork, and want to build real experience in the beverage industry, this could be a great place to start.

What You’ll Do
  • Prepare Feng Cha drinks following recipes and brand standards
  • Provide friendly and helpful customer service
  • Keep the store clean, organized, and ready for service
  • Support daily prep, restocking, and closing/opening tasks
  • Work with the team during busy hours
  • Learn store operations step by step
  • Receive coaching and training for future growth opportunities
Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about boba, beverages, café, or food service
  • Friendly, reliable, and willing to learn
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Detail-oriented and able to follow recipes
  • Team-focused and willing to help wherever needed
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Interested in growing into a leadership role in the future

Previous boba or café experience is a plus, but not required. We care more about your attitude, reliability, and willingness to grow.

Requirements
  • Must be available to work weekends and peak business hours
  • Able to stand for long periods of time
  • Able to follow food safety, sanitation, and recipe standards
  • Must be punctual, responsible, and team-oriented
  • Previous customer service, food service, or leadership experience is preferred but not required
Growth Opportunities

At Feng Cha, we believe great leaders should understand the store from the ground up. Team members who show strong performance, responsibility, and leadership potential may have the opportunity to grow into:

  • Shift Leader
  • Assistant Manager
  • General Manager
  • Training Support Role
  • Future Corporate Opportunities
Why Join Us
  • Friendly team environment
  • Hands-on training
  • Clear growth path
  • Opportunity to learn the boba and beverage business
  • Supportive coaching from store and operations leaders
  • A chance to grow with a brand that is expanding
What We Offer:
  • Pay: Starting around $12-15/hour including tips (may vary by location & shift).
  • Benefits: Employee discount, flexible schedule, paid training, and referral program.
  • Growth: We promote from within and provide training to help you thrive.

Details:

  • Schedule: 20–40 hours a week, with night and day shifts available.
  • Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to ~40 lbs.
  • Location: Prosper, TX 75078 (Required).
Apply Today

If you love boba, enjoy working with people, and want to grow in the beverage industry, we’d love to meet you.

Apply now and tell us why you want to grow with Feng Cha.

Our passion for making tea extends far beyond our drinks. All of our stores strive their best to provide a comfy teahouse experience to our customers. In Feng Cha, we always working hard on finding good ingredients to make our quality drinks and fine pastries, even the music that you hear in store is carefully chosen to ensure a relaxing in-store experience.
We are happy to see people of all ages, different backgrounds coming to Feng Cha to chat, hang out, study and work. We are thankful for each everyone's support and will continue working hard to provide a unique and cozy teahouse experience.


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