Hospitality & Food · Boston, MA

Barista jobs in Boston, MA

Baristas prepare espresso drinks and brewed coffee to spec, keep equipment dialed in and clean, and move a morning line quickly without losing the personal touch.

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$16–$32/hr
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$47k
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Dishwasher/Utility Prep

Cambria Hotel - Boston Logan Airport · East Boston, MA
$17 - $20 per hour

Overview Join a dynamic opening team in a historic renovated building with a unique concept! The Cambria Hotel Boston Logan Airport is seeking a Dishwasher to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization while supp…

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Cashier

The Norfolk Companies · Mattapan, MA

Description: Be the Reason Customers Come Back. At Norfolk Hardware & Home Center , we believe great customer service is what keeps customers coming back. We're looking for someone who enjoys helping people, stays positi…

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DISHWASHER (FULL AND PART TIME)

Compass Group · Boston, MA
$20 per hour

We have an opening for full and part time DISHWASHER positions. Location: MAX Ultimate Food - 65 East Cottage Street, Boston, MA 02125. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full and part time; Days and hou…

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Maitre D'

Ci Siamo - Boston Seaport · Boston, MA · Full-time
$28 per hour

Ci Siamo is a restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group and James Beard semifinalist Chef Hillary Sterling. Located at Manhattan West, this NYT Top 100 restaurant celebrates the beauty of simplicity ce…

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OAK Long Bar + Kitchen Server Assistant

AccorHotel · Boston, MA · Full-time
$24.25 per hour

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that works br…

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Dishwasher

Bianca · Newton, MA · Full-time
$18 - $22 per hour

Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman , our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep…

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Barista

Daily Provisions - Cambridge · Cambridge, MA · Full-time
$15 per hour

Provisions has expanded to multiple locations total across New York, Jersey City, Boston, and Washington, D.C. Who you are: Baristas are responsible for the preparation of coffee beverages for the entire restaurant. The…

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Barista

Birdies and Beans Cafe · Boston, MA · Full-time

delicious beverages while discussing your latest round or planning your next tee time. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Barista to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coffee and customer…

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Dishwasher / Porter

Boqueria · Boston, MA · Part-time
$16 - $20 per hour

As a porter/dishwasher, it will be your mission at Boqueria® to ensure that your restaurant's kitchen and dining areas are always properly cleaned. You will provide our guests with spotless cutlery, plates, and glassware…

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Barista Lead

Aramark · Cambridge, MA
$20 - $24 per hour

The Barista Lead crafts a memorable experience for our customers by providing timely service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable location environment. The Barista Lead is responsible…

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Cafe General Manager

The Cambridge School of Culinary Arts · Cambridge, MA · Full-time

baked goods. The Café Bakery Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the café bakery, leading a team of baristas, and partnering with our pastry chefs to ensure exceptional customer service, efficie…

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Dishwasher - Fenway Park

Aramark · Boston, MA
$16.78 per hour

Compensation Data COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $16.78 to $16.78. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate…

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What baristas earn in Boston

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $16–$21 $33k–$44k
Mid level $20–$26 $41k–$54k
Senior $25–$32 $51k–$67k

Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Espresso preparationMilk steaming and latte artSpeed during rush periodsPOS and mobile ordersEquipment cleaning and careDrink customization accuracyFriendly, brief guest interactionOpening and closing procedures
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

How do you keep drink quality consistent during a morning rush?

Talk about sequencing orders, steaming for multiple drinks at once, and not skipping shot timing or temperature even under pressure.

What do you know about dialing in an espresso grind?

Show you understand the relationship between grind size, dose, and shot time. If your experience is on super-automatics, say so honestly.

A customer says their drink is wrong, but it was made to the ticket. What do you do?

Remake it pleasantly without debating the ticket. The thirty seconds of goodwill costs less than a lost regular.

How do you handle the balance between speed and friendliness?

Describe short, genuine interactions: names, a sentence of warmth, and efficient hands. Warm and fast is the craft.

What are your cleaning routines for espresso equipment?

Mention backflushing, steam wand wiping after every use, and daily grinder and machine cleaning. Equipment care shows real experience.

Are you available for early mornings and weekends?

Cafes live on the 5 a.m. open. Answer honestly, because reliability at opening is often the deciding factor.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For baristas specifically — generic advice costs you here

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Quantify pace with drinks per hour or daily transaction counts during rushes.

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Name the equipment you have used, from La Marzocco and Mazzer to super-automatics.

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Mention latte art skills and any coffee education, such as SCA courses or cuppings.

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Include your food handler card where required, and cash handling experience.

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Note opening or closing keyholder duties, since they signal trust and reliability.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Barista
02 Shift Supervisor
03 Assistant Store Manager
04 Store Manager
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