About us
At Trident we are dedicated to creating high quality coffee, while promoting an understanding and appreciation of craft coffee, its styles and traditions to those we faithfully call our customers. We originated in Imperial Beach and now have locations in Coronado and Pacific Beach as well. Our core values are Connection, Community and Character. We believe that starts with our team and strive to share it with every customer who comes through our doors. At Trident you are not just serving coffee, you are building community and have the opportunity to make a difference in peoples daily lives.
**Job Summary:**
Do you excel at connecting with people?
Do you have a bright and energetic personality?
Are you looking for a place to work where you feel welcomed and part of a team?
Trident Coffee is hiring coffeetenders. At Trident we are dedicated to creating high quality coffee and providing amazing customer service. All of our coffees are single origin, organic and roasted and brewed in house. We specialize in Nitro Cold Brew with 8 options on tap. It's like a brewery meets coffee shop!
If you are passionate about craft coffee, health conscious living and connecting with people then this is your place. Our high standard of service and quality begin with you, the barista, and your interactions with our customers.
**Duties:**
- Customer Service! - create a welcoming, one of a kind experience for every customer with genuine care and connection
- - STORY TELLING - Educating our customers about who we are and what we offer
- Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks with consistency following company recipes and standards
- Be knowledgeable about our coffee, food , and other items on the menu
- Upsell products and promote special items
- Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other coffee equipment
- Take customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Keep a clean and inviting store environment for customers as well as all other team members
- Displaying bakery items, checking dates to ensure proper rotation
- Stocking inventory and rotating dates (FIFO)
- The ability to work a flexible schedule based on store and company needs
- Must be available to work weekends and some Holidays.
**Requirements:**
- Have a positive attitude and outgoing personality with excellent communication skills
- Self motivated and takes initiative
- Guest service oriented with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Previous experience in the food service industry preferred
- Knowledge of food safety practices
- Familiarity with cash register systems
- Strong math skills for handling transactions and measuring ingredients
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new recipes and techniques
**Nice-to-have Skills:**
- Experience in food preparation or the food industry
- Proficiency in handling food safely
- Knowledge of sales techniques to increase revenue
- Ability to multitask effectively during peak hours
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.85 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
Restaurant type:
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Guest services: 1 year (Preferred)
- Barista experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pacific Beach, CA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pacific Beach, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person