Hospitality & Food · Denver, CO

Barista jobs in Denver, CO

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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$14–$27/hr
Typical pay range
$41k
Median, full-time
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CATERING ATTENDANT (SEASONAL)

Compass Group · Denver, CO
$21 per hour

We are hiring immediately for seasonal CATERING ATTENDANT positions. Location : Catering by Design - 11095 East 45th Avenue, Denver, CO 80239. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Seasonal, Temporary sche…

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BARISTA (PART TIME)

Compass Group · Denver, CO
$19.3 per hour

We are hiring immediately for part time BARISTA positions. Location: Capital One Cafe - 1247 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Part time schedule. Monday 10:30 am - 6:30 p…

Posted 6d ago
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BARISTA (FULL TIME)

Compass Group · Denver, CO
$23 per hour

We are hiring immediately for a full time BARISTA position. Location: Lockheed Martin - 12557 State Highway 121, Denver, CO 80127 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time schedule. Days may vary, 5:45…

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Starbucks Barista (Clerk) - Part Time

Longo’s · Aurora, CO

Description We are looking for a Starbucks Barista (Clerk)- Part Time who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a fast paced, team environment! Do you have outstanding customer service skills? Are you passionate…

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CATERING ATTENDANT (ON-CALL)

Compass Group · Greenwood Village, CO
$23 per hour

We are hiring immediately for on call CATERING ATTENDANT position. Location : Empower - 8505 E Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : On call schedule. Monday - Fri…

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CATERING ATTENDANT (PART TIME)

Compass Group · Denver, CO
$23 per hour

We are hiring immediately for part time CATERING ATTENDANT positions. Location : Datadog - 11095 East 45th Avenue, Denver, CO 80239. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Part time. Monday, Wednesday, and…

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Kitchen Team Member/Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings · Aurora, CO · Full-time
$15.16 - $28.2 per hour

In most jobs, everyone doesn’t spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that’s just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of your career. Whether y…

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Food Prep/Barista

Hello Darling - Highlands · Denver, CO · Full-time, Part-time
$16.27 per hour

Summary Hello Darling/Flora is seeking a part time barista and prep-cook to join our growing team. This role will be divided between barista shifts and prep shifts at our West Highlands location. As a barista with Hello…

Posted 3w ago
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Barista

Aramark · Denver, CO
$19.29 - $22 per hour

experience? Here’s your chance to do just that, in a role with unlimited career growth and opportunities! We’re hiring full-time Baristas to be the perfect blend to our team. You’ll prepare specialty drinks, assist with…

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Barista

Ziggi's Coffee · Arvada, CO · Full-time, Part-time

Ziggi's Coffee is Hiring a Talented Barista Are you seeking to become part of a vibrant culture where delivering exceptional customer service is paramount and fun is part of the package? Ziggi’s Coffee is seeking a motiv…

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prep cook/ dishwasher

SLATER'S 50/50 · Denver, CO

Department: Operations Reports to : Kitchen Manager/Assistant Kitchen Manager Position Summary : Prep Cooks prepare the restaurant for service by ensuring that the products are prepped, stocked and safely stored. Major R…

Posted 10mo ago
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What baristas earn in Denver

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $14–$18 $29k–$37k
Mid level $17–$22 $35k–$46k
Senior $21–$27 $44k–$57k

Adjusted for the Denver 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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