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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Shift Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf ® Shift Supervisors curate memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTL team daily. They run shifts, lead the store team and make decisions that impact store ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Shift Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf ® Shift Supervisors curate memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTL team daily. They run shifts, lead the store team and make decisions that impact store ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

General Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

$30 - $37/hr

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf General Managercurates memorableexperiences for our guests and the CBTL team daily.We are seekingfriendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's to provide our guests with ...

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Firehouse Coffee and Tea

Manager

Sausalito, CA

$25 - $27.50/hr

Join Our Team as a Manager - Where Coffee and Tea Meet Excellence! ☕ Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences and leading a team to success? At our cafe, we're not just serving ...

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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

General Manager

Placentia, CA · On-site

$30 - $37/hr

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf General Managercurates memorableexperiences for our guests and the CBTL team daily.We are seekingfriendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's to provide our guests with ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Valencia, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Rialto, CA

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Fontana, CA

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Oxnard, CA

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Baldwin Park, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Barista

Encino, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Barista curates memorable experiences for our guests and the CBTLteam daily. We are seeking friendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's toprovide our guests with the world ...

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How much do tea jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for tea in California is $15.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.53 and $16.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tea sommelier?

Tea sommeliers are professionals who specialize in all aspects of tea, including its history, varieties, preparation, and serving. They work in restaurants, hotels, tea houses, and sometimes in retail or education, helping customers select and enjoy different types of tea. Their role is similar to that of a wine sommelier, but focused on tea. They may also host tastings, develop tea menus, and educate staff or guests about tea origins and brewing techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tea sommelier?

To thrive as a Tea Sommelier, you need deep knowledge of tea varieties, origins, and tasting techniques, often supported by formal training or certification such as from the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada. Familiarity with tea brewing equipment, sensory evaluation tools, and inventory management systems is typically required. Outstanding palate sensitivity, communication skills, and customer service orientation help you stand out in this role. These skills are vital for delivering exceptional tea experiences, educating clients, and ensuring the quality and consistency of tea service.

What is the difference between Tea vs Barista?

AspectTeaBarista
Required CredentialsNone or basic knowledge of tea typesFood safety certification, barista training
Work EnvironmentTea shops, cafes, specialty storesCoffee shops, cafes, restaurants
Industry UsageTea industry, beverage retailFood service, hospitality
Common Search IntentTea preparation, tea knowledgeCoffee making, customer service

While both Tea and Barista roles involve beverage preparation, Tea specialists focus on tea types, brewing techniques, and tea culture, often working in tea shops or specialty stores. Baristas primarily prepare coffee and espresso-based drinks in cafes or restaurants, requiring specific barista training. The roles differ mainly in the beverages prepared and the work environment, but both serve customers in the hospitality industry.

What qualifications are needed for tea jobs?

Qualifications for tea jobs vary depending on the role, but generally include good communication skills, customer service experience, and knowledge of tea products. Some positions may require food safety certifications or prior experience in hospitality or retail. Educational requirements are typically minimal, focusing more on interpersonal skills and product knowledge.

What are some common challenges faced by tea sommeliers when curating tea menus for high-end restaurants?

Tea Sommeliers often encounter challenges such as sourcing rare or high-quality teas to meet discerning client expectations, educating staff and patrons about lesser-known varieties, and ensuring proper storage and preparation of delicate teas. Balancing a diverse selection that complements the restaurant's cuisine while staying within budget constraints is another key consideration. Additionally, Sommeliers may need to collaborate closely with chefs and beverage directors to create unique pairings and seasonal offerings that elevate the overall dining experience.
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What cities in California are hiring for Tea jobs? Cities in California with the most Tea job openings:
Infographic showing various Tea job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, and 75% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $31,891 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Assistant General Manager

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Commerce, CA • On-site

$26 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 16 rated cafes

Job description

Position:Assistant General Manager

Our Blend:

Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, TheCoffee Bean & Tea Leaf has become one of the world's largestspecialty coffee and tea retailers. Todaywe have global presence with Cafes around the world and offices in California,Singapore and Malaysia.

As we grow our brand, we are committed to maintaining ourvalues, heritage and passion for our products.We have always had a creative and caring spirit. This energy embodied byour Team Members made us famous and beloved by our guests, first in SouthernCalifornia and now around the world. We are a brand centered around passion. Apassion for our premium products, our people and our customers. Passion is contagious,and we've got a serious case of it. If you are just aspassionate as we are, come join our Brew Crew!!

The position we arebrewing:

Do you love premium Coffee &Tea? Do you want to work for a socially responsible, guest service drivencompany? The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Assistant General Manager curatesmemorable experiences for our guests and the CBTL team daily. We are seekingfriendly, dedicated, and creative Barista's to provide our guests with theworld's finest quality coffee and tea experience. As a member of our team, youwill have the opportunity to engage with the clients while developing yourskills in a variety of areas across the business. Many of our General Managersstarted off as Baristas!

If you are looking for an opportunitywhere you can be yourself and have fun doing it, while creating a base of loyalCBTL fans out of the local community, we want to talk to you about joining ourgrowing and diverse team.

Whatyou will Measure and Blend:

  • Leadby example. Be an advocate for your team by driving sales and serviceperformance through coaching and training.
  • Bea coffee & tea expert. You bring the passion, we provide the training, andyou share it with the team and guests.
  • Generatenew guests. Many guests shop online these days; however, the store is where wemeet many of our guests for the first time.
  • Careabout safety. Safe store environment, healthy employees and guests are ournumber one priority.
  • Contribute.Assists the General Manager to manage a profitable store by tracking sales andoverseeing the day to day operations. Help the store with tasks, ideas andsupport store growth operationally.
  • BeCreative. Visual merchandising and product placement to create memorableexperiences for the guests.
  • Bean advocate. As the face of CBTL you will build the store presence byconnecting with your local community to attract & retain fresh talent.

Your Ingredients:

  • AtThe Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, we hire for our core values Friendliness /Respect / Ownership / Teamwork / Honesty - FROTH and identify team members whoshare these values.

Perks:

  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pet,Accident, Life, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Discounts on our Coffee and Tea
  • Pay Rate: $26.00-$28.00 Hourly
  • Observed Holidays
  • Vacation Pay
  • Sick Pay

This role may besubject to the following working conditions:

  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Crouching
  • Reaching
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Lifting
  • Grasping
  • Feeling(Tangible)
  • Talking
  • Hearing
  • RepetitiveMotion
  • Sitting
  • Mediumwork - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds offorce frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur insideand outside.
  • Theworker is subject to extreme cold. Temperatures typically below 32 degrees forperiods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect ofother environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
  • Theworker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periodsof more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of otherenvironmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
  • Theworker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker toshout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
  • Theworker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, suchas proximity to moving mechanical parts and moving vehicles.
  • Theworker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

International Coffee & Tea, LLCdba The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is fully committed to Equal EmploymentOpportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the mostqualified employees without regard to their race, sex, gender, color, religion,sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability,citizenship status, veteran status, genetics, or any other status protected bystate or federal law. The Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf expressly prohibits anyform of employee harassment or discrimination on the basis of any suchprotected status.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leafprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicantsfor employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, gender, sexualorientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, orstatus as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state andlocal laws. This policy was intended to comply, and The Coffee Bean & TeaLeaf so complies, with applicable state and local laws governingnon-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company hasfacilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions ofemployment, including, but notlimited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We are dedicated toproviding a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and whereemployees are treated with respect and dignity.

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