Join the Bobae Team in Woodinville/Kirkland— Barista (Full-Time/Part-Time) with Benefits offered
About Bobae:
Bobae Coffee & Tea is not your typical café. As the first drink shop to offer nitro teas, we prioritize innovation, authenticity, and flavor. We create unique beverages using real ingredients, locally sourced dairy, and farm-to-straw teas. Each item on our rotating monthly menu draws inspiration from travel, culture, and meaningful memories. At Bobae, every cup tells a story.
What This Role Looks Like:
Training begins at our location, where you’ll start as a Back-of-House Barista in Training. Within 90 days, you'll work toward becoming an On-Bar Barista. We believe that understanding our culture, flow, and standards from the ground up is key, regardless of prior experience.
We seek humble, hard-working individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. While experience is a plus, the most important qualities are a teachable attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to upholding the Bobae standard.
Responsibilities:
- Learn and master our core and seasonal drink menus
- Prepare all drinks with quality, consistency, and care
- Create memorable guest experiences—bonus if you remember names and favorite orders
- Support your team across various roles and responsibilities
- Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and inventory
- Participate in required trainings and ongoing development
- Remain calm, focused, and professional under pressure
- Live out Bobae’s core values
Preferred Traits:
- Highly coachable and eager to learn
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Resilient, with a positive and solutions-based mindset
- Invested in personal and professional growth
Requirements:
- Must be 18+ with reliable transportation
- Open availability, including weekends (we are not hiring seasonal-only staff)
- Willingness to start from foundational training
- Valid WA Food Handler’s Card prior to first shift
- Strong attendance, punctuality, and communication skills
Shift & Job Type:
- Flexible scheduling, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Part-Time and Full-Time opportunities available
Perks & Benefits offered:
- Hourly wage plus tip pool (starting during FOH training)
- Full-Time staff receive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Performance-based bonuses
- Ongoing training and barista development
- Employee discounts
- A values-driven culture that encourages you to grow
Work Environment:
This in-store position is located in Woodinville, where you will work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced café environment. You should be comfortable being on your feet for up to 10 hours, moving frequently, and occasionally lifting over 40 lbs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person