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create new fanatics! Position Overview: We're looking for friendly, dependable, and positive individuals to join our team as Baristas. If you have a passion for coffee and a talent for providing excellent customer servic…
Hospitality & Food · Detroit, MI
Barista jobs in Detroit, MI
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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$12–$23/hr
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$34k
Median, full-time
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Part-Time | Food Server At Saint Mary of the Woods, we are seeking to add multiple Servers to our team! We openings on the following shifts: -multiple openings for: 11:00am - 7:00pm (three days a week) Pay Range: $15.00…
Come be a part of Heirloom Hospitality with our newest concept, Mad Nice Detroit! At Mad Nice, new ideas meet timeless, classic technique, with an unexpected modern Italian menu, surrounded by coastal chic decor and mid-…
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Job Description We are looking for a Pizza Maker / Cashier with hustle, personality and people skills. Your job responsibilities would include (but are not limited to): - Greeting customers, answering phones, taking orde…
Come be a part of Heirloom Hospitality with our newest concept, Mad Nice Detroit! We are looking for individuals who want to be a part of our opening team and bring this incredible concept to life. At Mad Nice, new ideas…
New restaurant alert! Daily Jam is a breakfast/brunch concept! Store operation hours are 7 am - 3 pm daily. We are Now Hiring passionate, friendly individuals who welcomes guests and ensures that first and last impressio…
Intro Working at Dunkin’, we support our Baristas – for your best days, your worst, every day. Our Baristas are the ingredients of goodness, and we ensure we’re all in for the win. Becoming a Barista means there’s room f…
New restaurant alert! Daily Jam is a breakfast/brunch concept! Store operation hours are 7 am - 3 pm daily. We are Now Hiring passionate, friendly individuals who welcomes guests and ensures that first and last impressio…
Our restaurant is looking for a server with remarkable hard skills and engaging people skills. The right person for this job should be able to multitask food and beverage orders and deliveries, but not only that. Our res…
Job Overview WORK STARTS AFTER SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2026 What You'll Do As a Barista, you'll be cross-trained throughout the restaurant, giving you valuable experience in both front and back of house. You'll: ~Welcome every gu…
JOIN THE TWIN PEAKS TEAM Twin Peaks takes pride in serving our guests and providing opportunities for our team. If you’re looking for a personally and financially rewarding career, Twin Peaks has a position for you. We a…
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What baristas earn in Detroit
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $12–$15 | $24k–$32k |
| Mid level | $14–$19 | $30k–$39k |
| Senior | $18–$23 | $37k–$48k |
Adjusted for the Detroit 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
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Barista
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Shift Supervisor
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Assistant Store Manager
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Store Manager
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