Barista – Specialty Café at Check N’ Play (Brea Mall)

About Check N’ Play

Check N’ Play is a thoughtfully designed, upscale play-café where families connect, recharge, and enjoy quality time together. Our café is central to that experience — serving specialty coffee, signature beverages, and curated fast-casual bites in a vibrant, high-energy environment.

We are building a team of professionals who value accountability, consistency, and hospitality. This is not a casual coffee shop role — it requires reliability, composure under pressure, and pride in execution.

Please only apply if you are fully available with no restrictions on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. These are required availability days.

The Role

We are hiring an experienced Barista who thrives in a busy weekend environment and understands that showing up prepared, on time, and ready to execute is essential.

Weekends are our highest-volume days. We need team members who can fully commit to supporting operations during these peak shifts.

What You’ll Do

Craft high-quality espresso beverages, teas, and specialty drinks with precision

Maintain consistent presentation and beverage standards

Deliver warm, professional hospitality to families and guests

Keep the café clean, organized, and fully stocked

Support POS transactions and light food preparation

Execute opening and closing procedures thoroughly

Support beer and wine service in compliance with all ABC regulations

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 1 year of specialty coffee or craft beverage experience

Strong espresso skills (La Marzocco experience preferred)

Ability to multitask in a high-traffic weekend setting

Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Team-oriented and willing to cross-train within store operations

Active RBS certification (required)

Active Food Handler Certification (required)

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Bonus if you have:

Third-wave coffee experience

Knowledge of alternative milks and specialty ingredients

Prior bar experience

Schedule Requirements

Full availability Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays — no restrictions

Weekend-focused role

Additional weekday shifts may be scheduled based on business needs

We are prioritizing candidates who want consistency and can commit to the operational needs of a growing business.

Compensation & Perks

$17.50–$20/hour based on experience + tips

Employee discounts

Paid holidays (where applicable)

Growth opportunities as Check N’ Play expands

Training in expanded beverage offerings as the program grows

If you are dependable, skilled, and ready to contribute to a structured, high-standard environment, we’d love to hear from you.