$20 - $22 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…
Hospitality & Food · San Francisco, CA
Barista jobs in San Francisco, CA
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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$17–$35/hr
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$52k
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$19.61 per hour
Barista Exceptional opportunity to work for Lucania, a new and unique piazza-inspired restaurant opening at the Ferry Building in Fall 2026. Brought to you by the A16 Restaurant Group, Lucania is inspired by Southern Ita…
$23 per hour
We have an opening for full and part time BARISTA positions. Location: Mission Provisions - 555 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full and part time; Monday thro…
$20 per hour
We are hiring immediately for part time BARISTA positions. Location: Capital One Cafe - 101 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Part time schedule; open availability pr…
$23.97 per hour
We are hiring immediately for a full time BARISTA position. Location : 222 Second Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Full time; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. We…
$19.18 per hour
our employees by making a difference in their lives. About the Role: Mollie Stone’s Markets is looking for a part time Coffee Barista at our Grand Central location in San Francisco. The perfect candidate will be customer…
$25 - $27 per hour
Job Title: Barista Job Description This role prepares and serves high-quality specialty coffee and tea while delivering warm, attentive service to both new and regular guests. The barista maintains a clean and safe works…
We are hiring for our team at Pier 70! 1070 Maryland St., San Francisco, CA 94107 Open 7 days a week, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM Full Time: 5 days a week Weekend availability is required. Part-time positions available too! Hourly…
visitors, tenants, neighbors, and the surrounding community. Job Summary: 1275 Cafe is looking for a warm, hospitality-driven Barista to help create an exceptional guest experience across our retail cafe, lounge space, a…
About Us: 1275 Cafe is a hospitality concept connected to Minnesota Street Project LLC (MSP), designed to support the broader guest experience across the property. The operation includes a retail and lounge space inside…
drive, curiosity, and desire to learn about our craft and the intricacies that set us apart. Reporting to the Store Manager, our baristas are responsible for contributing to the distinct, educated, and unmatched coffee e…
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What baristas earn in San Francisco
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$23 | $36k–$48k |
| Mid level | $22–$28 | $45k–$59k |
| Senior | $27–$35 | $56k–$73k |
Adjusted for the San Francisco 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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