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Barista Team Lead

Columbus, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $17.25/hr

Availability: * Part-Time positions are currently available for Morning, Afternoon & Evening shifts ... Passionate about quality coffee & tea. (Enjoys drinking coffee and tea a plus!) * Foodservice ...

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How much do part time tea jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time tea 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part-Time Tea Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part-Time Tea Specialist, you need a good knowledge of different teas, customer service experience, and basic sales skills, often supported by prior retail or hospitality roles. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and safe food handling certifications are typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for tea help you connect with customers and provide memorable service. These skills ensure customers receive expert recommendations and a positive experience, which drives repeat business and brand loyalty.

What are the typical responsibilities and work schedules for a part-time tea shop employee?

As a part-time tea shop employee, your duties often include preparing and serving a variety of tea beverages, maintaining cleanliness of the shop, restocking supplies, and providing friendly customer service. Schedules can vary, but part-time roles usually involve working flexible shifts during peak hours, such as afternoons, evenings, or weekends. Teamwork is important, as you'll often collaborate with other staff to ensure smooth operations and deliver a positive experience to customers. This role is ideal for candidates seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic retail or food service environment.

What are part-time tea jobs?

Part-time tea jobs refer to positions within the tea industry that require fewer hours than a full-time schedule. These roles can include working as a tea shop assistant, tea sommelier, server in a tea house, or packaging and processing staff in tea production. Part-time tea jobs are ideal for students, individuals seeking flexible work, or those interested in learning more about tea culture and service. Duties often involve preparing and serving tea, assisting customers, maintaining cleanliness, and possibly educating guests about different tea varieties.

What is the difference between Part Time Tea vs Part Time Barista?

AspectPart Time TeaPart Time Barista
Required CredentialsMinimal; often no formal certification neededSome establishments prefer food safety or coffee certifications
Work EnvironmentTea shops, cafes, specialty tea storesCoffee shops, cafes, restaurants
Employer & Industry UsageTea brands, specialty tea cafesCoffee chains, independent cafes
Common Search & Comparison IntentPart Time Tea vs Part Time Barista

Both roles involve customer service in food and beverage settings, but Part Time Tea focuses on serving and selling tea products, while Part Time Barista typically involves preparing coffee and espresso drinks. The credentials and work environments are similar, with differences mainly in the product focus and employer types.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Tea job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, and 41% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,343 per year, or $15.5 per hour.
Retail Party & Event Host/ Birthday Party Host - Part Time - Friday Night/ Weekends

Retail Party & Event Host/ Birthday Party Host - Part Time - Friday Night/ Weekends

Michaels Stores

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$11.75 - $16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Michaels rating

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 929 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

631st of 713 rated retailers


Job description

Store - DC-ALEXANDRIA/NORTH, VAPlan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests. Deliver friendly customer service by helping customers shop at our store and find what they're looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout experience. Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises.

Event Coordination

  • Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday parties and other craft classes or events.
  • Engage with clients of all ages, from 4 to 94+, by creating an environment of fun and creativity.
  • Demonstrate and instruct party participants in the completion of craft projects, perform face painting and other activities.
  • Facilitate and implement party add-ons such as goody bags, balloons, etc. to company standards.
  • Communicate events with clients and store team members.
  • Complete administrative tasks such as answering emails, making phone calls, and completing paperwork as needed.
  • Adjust plans and events based on client's feedback and needs.
  • Create backup or emergency plans to be executed as needed.
  • Ensure client satisfaction for scheduled events.
  • Uphold the company's cleanliness and safety standards. Set up, break down, and clean before and after each event.

Customer Experience

  • Help customers shop, locate products, and provide them with solutions.
  • Provide fast and friendly check out experience.
  • Engage customers on benefits of Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments.
  • Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey.
  • Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS)
  • Participate in the truck un-load, stocking and planogram (POGs) processes.
  • Complete merchandise recovery and maintenance.
  • Perform Store in Stock Optimization (SISO) and AD set duties as assigned.
  • Support shrink and safety programs
  • Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards.
  • Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promote commitment to the organization's vision and values; project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members
  • Cross trained in Custom Framing selling and production.
  • Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms

Other duties as assigned

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Preferred Type of experience the job requires

  • Energetic and enthusiastic and personality.
  • The ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others, including guests of all ages and co-workers, are essential functions of the job.
  • Must have excellent people skills.
  • Must have experience working with children and children's events.
  • Must have good communication skills including written, verbal, and nonverbal communication as well as listening skills.
  • Must have organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Retail and/or customer service experience required

Physical Requirements

Work Environment

  • Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
  • Ability to move throughout the store.
  • Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching.
  • Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
  • If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
  • Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.comandMichaels.ca.The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visitwww.michaels.com.

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit www.michaels.com.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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