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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 ...

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 ...

Shift Lead - Rockridge

Oakland, CA · On-site

$17.97 - $18.47/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 - Rideback Ranch

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.37 - $18.87/hr

Our mission is to bridge cultures and change the way people think about boba and tea. We do this through our thoughtfully crafted drinks, snacks, merchandise, and next-level customer service. Come ...

Shift Lead - Culver City

Culver City, CA · On-site

$18.90 - $19.40/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 ...

Shift Lead - San Carlos

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $19.25/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 - 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 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 ...

Our mission is to bridge cultures and change the way people think about boba and tea. We do this through our thoughtfully crafted drinks, snacks, merchandise, and next-level customer service. Come ...

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 ...

Shift Lead - San Ramon

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$19 - $19.50/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 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 ...

Bobarista - Culver City

Culver City, CA · On-site

$17.40 - $17.90/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 ...

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 ...

Shift Lead- Union Square

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$20.07 - $20.57/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 ...

Shift Lead - Potrero

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$20 - $21.68/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 ...

CA

$18.75 - $19.25/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 ...

CA · On-site

$18.75 - $19.25/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 ...

Shift Lead - San Carlos

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $19.25/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 jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for boba in the United States is $13.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $14.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical shift look like for a Boba Tea Barista?

A typical shift for a Boba Tea Barista involves preparing various tea and drink orders, cooking and portioning tapioca pearls, maintaining cleanliness in the work area, and providing friendly service to customers. You’ll often work with a small team, collaborating during busy times to ensure speedy, accurate orders and a welcoming atmosphere. The role may also include opening or closing tasks like setting up ingredients or cleaning equipment. Shifts can vary, with some peak periods during afternoons and weekends. This job is a great fit for those who enjoy interacting with people and working in a lively, fast-paced setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Boba position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boba Tea Barista, you need experience in beverage preparation, food handling, and a good understanding of basic customer service, often backed by a food safety certification. Familiarity with specialized equipment such as tea brewing machines, sealing devices, and point-of-sale (POS) systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and efficiency under pressure help set outstanding baristas apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring consistently high product quality and positive customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.

What is a Boba job?

A Boba job typically refers to working at a bubble tea shop, where employees prepare and serve various tea-based drinks with chewy tapioca pearls or other toppings. Responsibilities may include taking orders, brewing tea, cooking boba, blending drinks, handling cash transactions, and maintaining cleanliness. Some roles may also involve inventory management and customer service to ensure a positive experience.

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Infographic showing various Boba job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 42% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,241 per year, or $13.6 per hour.
Bobarista - Costa Mesa

Bobarista - Costa Mesa

Boba Guys

Costa Mesa, CA

$16.90 - $17.90/hr

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

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 change the way people think about boba and tea. We do this through our thoughtfully crafted drinks, snacks, merchandise, and next-level customer service. Come join us!

YOU WILL:

  • Deliver next level hospitality to our guests and your coworkers
  • Consistently execute all menu items including milk tea, matcha, coffee, espresso, tea and specialty drinks
  • Be authentic, radically candid, and create genuine relationships and conversations
  • Learn and produce all prepared items and toppings for drinks including but not limited to boba, fruit purees, and teas
  • Complete housekeeping tasks including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, dishes, deep cleaning of equipment, and taking out refuse.

YOU ARE:

  • Passionate about creating experiences for others and constantly seeking new ways to go above and beyond
  • Experienced in food and beverage or fast paced retail environments
  • Willing to learn new skills and share your knowledge with our guests and the team

WE WILL:

  • Offer competitive starting wages and health care options
  • Take pride in the quality of our work and the relationships we build with our guests- especially the ones within our teams which means team outings, dinners, and adventures!
  • Celebrate our team's incredible talents and strive to provide numerous opportunities to help grow them while being a part of Boba Guys
  • Share our love for milk tea by offering endless tea on us, every shift. We like to think your family is part of the Boba Guys family, too, so your friends and family will always get a discount on drinks

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Availability to work weekends
  • Ability to lift, move, or up to 25lb on a regular basis and up to 40lb on an occasional basis
  • Ability to properly count cash and coin to guest while on register
Employment Type: PART_TIME