Hospitality & Food · Kansas City, MO

Barista jobs in Kansas City, MO

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–$24/hr
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$35k
Median, full-time
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Part-time Starbucks Barista

HAMPTON INN & SUITES - KANSAS CITY DOWNTOWN-CROSSROADS · Kansas City, MO

We are currently seeking passionate and customer-focused individuals to join us as Starbucks Baristas at our Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown Kansas City Crossroads hotel. As a part-time Barista, you will play a key role…

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CATERING ATTENDANT - Arrowhead Stadium

Compass Group · Kansas City, MO
$19 - $22 per hour

Position Title: CATERING ATTENDANT - Arrowhead Stadium Pay Range : $19.00 to $22.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1520209 . The ad…

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CATERING ATTENDANT (ON CALL)

Compass Group · Kansas City, MO
$18 per hour

We are hiring immediately for on call CATERING ATTENDANT positions. Location : Children's Mercy Hospital - 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : On call schedules.…

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BARISTA

Compass Group · Kansas City, MO
$15 per hour

Position Title: BARISTA Pay Range : $15.00 to $15.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1504283 . The advertised program is an AI recru…

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BARISTA (PART TIME)

Compass Group · Kansas City, MO
$16 per hour

We are hiring immediately for a part time BARISTA position. Location : 4Capital One Cafe - 30 Nichols Road, Kansas City, MO 64112 Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Part time schedule. Weekends, Mondays…

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CATERING ATTENDANT (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group · Kansas City, MO
$17.5 per hour

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time CATERING ATTENDANT positions. Location : Children's Mercy Adele Hall - 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule :…

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Afternoon Barista - Proudly Serving Starbucks

HILTON KANSAS CITY AIRPORT · Kansas City, MO
$15 per hour

Cafe 112 in the Hilton Kansas City Airport is looking for a barista committed to providing world class service to all our customers. If you love coffee and are willing to share your passion with everyone who walks throug…

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What baristas earn in Kansas City

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–$24 $38k–$49k

Adjusted for the Kansas City 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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