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Barista

New Holland, PA · On-site

$15.75/hr

First-time homebuyer program * $15.75/hr At Garden Spot Village, our Baristas create a welcoming café experience by preparing high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, and food items while delivering ...

Barista

New Holland, PA · On-site

$15.75/hr

First-time homebuyer program * $15.75/hr At Garden Spot Village, our Baristas create a welcoming café experience by preparing high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, and food items while delivering ...

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How much do garden cafe jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for garden cafe in the United States is $16.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What work positions are there at a garden cafe?

Common work positions at a garden cafe include baristas, servers, cooks, dishwashers, and hosts. Employees often need good customer service skills and may work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

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

To thrive in a Garden Cafe, staff typically need strong customer service skills, basic food handling knowledge, and an understanding of safe kitchen practices, often supported by a food safety certification. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, espresso machines, and light food preparation tools is commonly required. Exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and a friendly demeanor help staff stand out in this dynamic environment. These competencies are vital for ensuring a pleasant guest experience, efficient operations, and maintaining health and safety standards.

What is a typical day like working at a garden cafe?

A typical day at a Garden Cafe involves greeting guests, taking orders, preparing beverages and light meals, and ensuring cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas. You might work on a small, close-knit team where teamwork is essential and everyone helps out where needed, from running food to tending the POS system. The environment tends to be fast-paced during peak hours, with opportunities to develop customer service and food preparation skills. Staff can also enjoy working in a relaxed, greenery-filled setting and may have chances to take on more responsibility over time, such as shift leading or menu planning.

What is a garden cafe?

A Garden Cafe job typically involves working in a café that is set in or themed around a garden environment. Responsibilities may include taking orders, serving food and drinks, preparing beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. Depending on the role, you may also assist with plant care or outdoor seating arrangements. It's a great opportunity for those who enjoy hospitality and working in a peaceful, nature-inspired setting.

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Barista - Garden State Plaza - NEW CAFE OPENING

Blue Bottle Coffee

Paramus, NJ

$17.20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Blue Bottle Coffee rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Are you interested in being a part of an exciting new cafe opening? We're looking for talented coffee and customer service enthusiasts for our new cafe opening at Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ, in September 2026!
 
 
At Blue Bottle, our mission is to connect the world to delicious coffee. From seed to cup, we elevate the craft of coffee in everything we do. We strive to build a better tomorrow by investing in what matters: a sustainable future for our people, the company, and our planet.
 
 
About the Job
At Blue Bottle Coffee, a Barista is someone who is passionate about coffee, culinary items, sustainability, and creating incredible guest experiences grounded in care and respect. We invite you to grow as a team member and create community through coffee with us.  
You will:
  • Deliver exceptional hospitality to our guests, your fellow teammates, and all of our vendors and suppliers
  • Make and serve a selection of delicious beverages with a variety of different brewing and preparation methods 
  • Prepare and serve delicious food 
  • Stay knowledgeable about Blue Bottle's current beverage and food offerings and preparation techniques, continuously cultivating your own curiosity and knowledge through in-house tastings, cuppings, and trainings 
  • Taste our Blue Bottle beverages regularly to ensure quality, uphold our standards, and develop your palate
  • Create community in our cafes by sharing your joy and knowledge of coffee with our guests, and inspire your fellow teammates to do the same
  • Support your team by taking joy in the tasks that keep the cafe running smoothly and beautifully-these tasks may vary but can include cleaning, clearing and washing dishes, sweeping, dusting, mopping, cleaning and organizing condiment stations, and taking out trash
  • Be passionate about the planet and help us achieve our company-wide sustainability goals 
  • Uphold and follow all health, food safety, and safety guidelines
  • Promote a safe and respectful working environment
  • Complete Blue Bottle Academy training and 90-day validation post-hire
You are:
  • Searching for a career in food and beverage with a dynamic, growing company
  • Passionate about coffee, food, and creating inclusive hospitality experiences 
  • Reliable and consistent-your leader and teammates can always depend on you to be punctual and bring your A-game
  • Thoughtful and able to anticipate our guests' needs
  • Obsessed with the details, you love honing your craft and understand the nourishing powers in each cup of coffee and each plate of delicious food 
  • Excited about taking on new experiences and possess a can-do attitude
  • Eligible to work in the United States and 18 years of age or older
You have:
  • Existing Food Handler's Certification required for the state you will be working in, or will obtain it within 30 days post-hire 
  • Basic math and computer skills
  • A flexible schedule and are available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
A few benefits we offer:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on your first day
  • Best-in-class coffee training and continuing education
  • Free membership into the Specialty Coffee Association of America and discounts on events (including Expos and Championships)
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off & paid volunteer hours
  • 50% discount on all products, both online and in-cafe; this includes food, beverages, whole-bean coffee, and merchandise
  • 2 free drinks during shifts for cafe team members
  • Flexible spending account & commuter benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional benefits information
Our Barista position is a dynamic one! Below, we've mapped out the physical demands that are essential to the role:
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; you're on your feet the majority of the day, whether you are standing behind bar pulling shots or walking the cafe floor
  • Use of hands to reach, grip, turn, and perform precision work; you're using your hands to operate beautiful espresso machines, pour delicious pour overs, and operate the register (among other responsibilities)
  • As needed, squat, bend, twist, and reach for items below waist level or above shoulders; for example, you may have to bend down or reach up to grab cups, lids, and towels
  • Ability to lift, push/pull, carry, and/or move up to 50 pounds; for example, you'll be handling bags of coffee beans, coffee kegs, crates of milk, tubs of dishes, and trash bins
  • As needed, climb ladders, stairs, ramps, and uneven floors and/or surfaces; for example, climb on a step stool to change menu slats or go up and down stairs and ramps to storage areas
  • Ability to smell and taste; you're tasting and smelling coffee and food, helping ensure quality control for each cup and plate
  • Ability to listen and speak; you're listening and speaking with our guests to take and fill orders, and guide and create experiences
Compensation:
  • $17.20 per hour + tips
$17.20 - $17.20 an hour
Blue Bottle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value an open mind, dedication to work, and a collaborative spirit. We hire based on these qualities, a job's requirements, our business's needs, and an applicant's qualifications. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind in the hiring process or in the workplace.
 
We comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodations that allow qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job.  We also provide reasonable religious accommodations to applicants/employees to allow them to practice their bona fide religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, contact your People Partner.
 
We may refuse to hire relatives of present employees if doing so could result in actual or potential problems in supervision, security, safety, or morale, or if doing so could create other conflicts of interest.
 
We will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
 
We participate in E-Verify. We will provide the federal government with employees' Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. We will only use E-Verify once an employee has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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