Part-Time Barista - Watertown Coffeebar

Intelligentia
Watertown, MA

Worker Type:

Employee

Job Description:

Do you want to be an “Intelli?” We do business differently to forge new paths in specialty coffee. We are pioneers in the direct trade model for buying coffee and creating coffee partnerships all over the world. We’re passionate about coffee, and that means we pay a bit more for coffee in order to buy direct and create long-term, collaborative relationships with our producers that grow exceptional coffee.

The starting wage for a Barista in Watertown is $17.71/hr. There is an extensive training program and a new hire generally should become full-bar capable within 90 days. After certification, the pay rate improves to $18.63/hr. The position is eligible for tips. These average $5.00 -7.00/hr.

Why should you want to work for Intelli?

  • We’re serious about coffee and we provide comprehensive training so you can provide exceptional service and high-quality products. You’ll improve your coffee knowledge exponentially and you’ll get to taste some of the best coffee in the world!

  • We offer both paid vacation and sick time as well as 8 paid holidays.

  • You’ll get to work with some people that have shared values of being hospitable, they believe in mutual respect and are curious just to name a few.

  • We do our best to work around your schedule. If you’re pursuing your education or have personal commitments, you won’t find us agreeing to your availability only to disregard it once you’re hired.

  • Most shifts average about 7 hours. That means you’ll have time to live your life and pursue your passions.

  • Our coffeebars are not open late night like most of the hospitality industry is. That means you still have a chance to meet up with friends after work and not miss out on the fun!

  • We prefer to promote from within, and we nurture and identify potential in all employees.

Job duties:

  • Operationally, adhere to policies, safety standards and protocols, and make suggestions for improving operations

  • Prepare and serve beverages that adhere to our freshness and quality standards

  • Maintain your coffee knowledge to educate and communicate with guests

  • Engage with all guests in a hospitable, sincere and friendly manner.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED is preferred

  • Speak and read English proficiently

  • Dependable with good attendance and punctuality

  • Can effectively communicate with others

  • Able to learn and master coffee tasting profiles and dial-ins

  • Good teamwork skills

  • Able to multi-task and work in a high-volume environment

Physical Demands:

  • The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear

  • The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit on a continual basis. Will periodically stoop, kneel or crouch.

  • Will use hands to reach, carry, hold items, or use the tablet/register

  • May occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

  • Retail store environment

  • Noise level is normally moderate

Benefits:

  • Paid vacation and sick time

  • Commuter benefits

  • Free bag of coffee each week with a discount on other items

  • 401k eligible after 90 days of employment with a company match after one year

  • 8 paid holidays per year

Intelligentsia Coffee, Inc is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals.


We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving guests throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.


Intelligentsia is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us via email at [email protected]

Posted 2026-01-08

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