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Crew Member

Farmington, NM · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$13 - $15/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$13 - $15/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Roswell, NM · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Hobbs, NM · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Gallup, NM · On-site

$13/hr

Compensation: $13.00 per hour WHAT MAKES A BURGER A LOTA BURGER? WELL, YOU START WITH THE HIGHEST QUALITY INGREDIENTS & FINISH WITH A LOTA LOVE. Expertly seasoned & seared Premium Angus Beef patties ...

Crew Member

Farmington, NM · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Alamogordo, NM · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Farmington, NM · On-site

$12 - $13.50/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Crew Member

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$15.40 - $16/hr

A LOTA Love: Check. When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger ® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake ...

Customer Care Representative

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$21.63 - $26.92/hr

Holly Greenwood-Mosher, Kyle Lota Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin ...

Holly Greenwood-Mosher, Kyle Lota Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin ...

Holly Greenwood-Mosher, Kyle Lota Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin ...

Holly Greenwood-Mosher, Kyle Lota Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin ...

Holly Greenwood-Mosher, Kyle Lota Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin ...

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How much do lota jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for lota in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Lota?

A Lota is a traditional water vessel commonly used in South Asian countries such as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. It is typically made from brass, copper, or stainless steel and has a round body with a narrow neck. The Lota is primarily used for storing and pouring water, especially for personal hygiene and religious rituals. In some contexts, 'Lota' may also refer to a job title, but it is not commonly recognized as a profession. If you are referring to a job or professional title, more context may be needed.

What is the difference between Lota vs Barista?

AspectLotaBarista
Required CredentialsNone specific, basic literacy often enoughFood safety certification, sometimes barista training
Work EnvironmentHousehold, religious, or cultural settingsCoffee shops, cafes, restaurants
Employer & Industry UsageHouseholds, religious institutions, cultural eventsFood service, hospitality industry
Common Search & ComparisonPeople looking for traditional or cultural rolesPeople interested in coffee and customer service jobs

The main difference between Lota and Barista lies in their work environment and industry. Lota is a traditional household or cultural utensil used mainly in religious or cultural settings, requiring minimal formal credentials. In contrast, a Barista works in cafes or restaurants, often needing food safety training and customer service skills. While Lota is associated with cultural practices, Barista roles are part of the hospitality industry, catering to customer service and beverage preparation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lota, and why are they important?

I'm sorry, but 'Lota' is not recognized as a real-world professional occupation, so I cannot provide a skills and qualifications summary for this role.
More about Lota jobs
Infographic showing various Lota job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, and 61% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $54,791 per year, or $26.3 per hour.
Crew Member

$12 - $14/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


Blake's Lotaburger rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

CREW MEMBER
NON-EXEMPT/HOURLY POSITION
Would you like to become part of a proud, family-owned NM Brand with more than 70 years of history providing New Mexico's favorite quick service meals? Join Blake's LOTABURGER, famous for the original Green Chili Cheeseburger. At Blake's Lotaburger, our Crew Members are the heart of everything we do, from creating wonderful customer moments to serving delicious food. This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, advance your career, and share the rich flavors of our authentic New Mexico cuisine.
Blake's LOTABURGER Crew Member Benefits:
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• 401k + company match after 6 months/750 hours worked
• Meal discounts
• So much more
Blake's LOTABURGER Core Values:
KIND - We acknowledge, respect, and uplift our employees and guests
TEAM - We are part of one Blake's Team
PASSION - We are passionate about our work
PROCESS - We are committed to the process
The Blake's LOTABURGER Crew Member is trained in various roles, including Cashier, Driver Thru, Grill, Fryer, Build Table, and Prep. Our Crew Members are essential to every restaurant operation, dedicated to making sure each guest has a wonderful experience. Their main goal is to represent the Blake's brand with pride by living our culture and core values: Kindness, Teamwork, Passion, and Process. They strive to provide quick, friendly service with a warm smile and a heartfelt, "Welcome to Blake's" to every guest.
This position might be perfect for you if...
You're over 16 years old and have a warm, friendly attitude, especially if you enjoy helping customers and working with a team. We value those who are eager to learn and comfortable using POS systems, cooking tools, and cleaning supplies. If you're able to stand comfortably for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and handle tasks with a good sense of urgency, you'll fit right in. Strong communication skills, a good listener, and the ability to stay focused in a busy environment are also very important to us.
Blake's Lotaburger is an equal employment opportunity employer. It provides equal opportunity in all employment actions and prohibits harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or intimidation based on any status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law, including race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), disability (including physical and mental), genetic information, veteran status, marital and familial status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This policy covers all employment actions and workplace conduct, and Blake's Lotaburger will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. All complaints will be investigated promptly and confidentially to the extent possible, and retaliation against individuals who raise concerns, participate in an investigation, or exercise rights under this policy is strictly prohibited.
To contact Blake's Lotaburger's Human Resources Department, please call 505-884-2160 Ext. 1644 or email .
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than 'at will' relationship.
Compensation: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
WHAT MAKES A BURGER A LOTA BURGER? WELL, YOU START WITH THE HIGHEST QUALITY INGREDIENTS & FINISH WITH A LOTA LOVE.
Expertly seasoned & seared Premium Angus Beef patties, tangy pickle slices, a perfect layer of mustard & fresh lettuce, onion & tomato all between two lightly toasted buns? Did I mention exclusively packaged, 100% Hatch Valley grown Green Chile that's registered by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture? Quality ingredients: Check.
70 years of serving what National Geographic named "The World's Best Green Chile Cheeseburger" across 80 locations & throughout New Mexico, Texas & Arizona? A LOTA Love: Check.
When the founding father of flavor & WWII Navy Veteran, Blake Chanslor, flipped the first LOTA Burger® in 1952, he gave birth to a New Mexico tradition. 70 years later, Blake's is a cultural icon (I mean, have you seen me on AMC's 'Breaking Bad'? I'm a natural!) & synonymous with New Mexico cuisine.

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