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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Evening Bar Maitre D'

Shinola Hotel · Detroit, MI · Full-time

James Beard Award-Winning Chef Andrew Carmellini and the New York City-based NoHo Hospitality Group team is in Detroit! Our Detroit team is looking for a Maitre D' ! Ideal candidates possess: *Positive attitude and stron…

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BARISTA (FULL AND PART TIME)

Compass Group · Southfield, MI
$15 per hour

We are hiring immediately for full and part time BARISTA positions. Address : Henry Ford Providence Southfield - 16001 West 9 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Full tim…

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Pizza Maker/ Cashier 23960 Carlysle St

Domino's Franchise · Dearborn, MI · Full-time

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…

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Biggby Barista

MERJ Brews and Beans · Lathrup Village, MI · Full-time
$13.73 per hour

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…

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Part Time Barista

Book Cadillac · Detroit, MI · Part-time
$20.43 - $20.93 per hour

Part Time Barista Are you passionate about crafting exceptional beverage experiences and connecting with people every day? Starbucks is seeking an enthusiastic Part Time Barista to join our Westin team. As a Part Time Ba…

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Bartender/Barista

Daily Jam · Grosse Pointe, MI · Part-time

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…

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Barista

Sun, Inc. · Southfield, MI

Overview Baristas prepare and serve a variety of delicious 'We Proudly Serve' Starbucks coffee, tea and other beverages for Sun team members at its cafe, while ensuring to provide prompt, quality customer service. They e…

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Barista

BIGGBY COFFEE · Madison Heights, MI · Full-time, Part-time

store is mandatory. Several positions/roles available. We make growth opportunities available and have seen many staff rise from baristas all the way to assistant manager and manager positions. All it takes is a great at…

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Maitre D'

Hudson's Detroit · Detroit, MI · Full-time

Located on the original Hudson’s site, Pine Hall pays homage to Detroit’s past—and the storied Pine Room—through vintage keepsakes and ice-cold cocktails featuring Michigan spirits. As the first Detroit outpost of Danny…

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Barback / Bar Prep

Mad Nice · Detroit, MI · Full-time, Part-time

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…

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Barista

Dunkin' · Southfield, MI · Full-time, Part-time

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…

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What baristas earn in Detroit

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, 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

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