Train the team that defines a new market.
We’re looking for an Assistant Trainer to support the development of our Houston team from the ground up. This role is critical in ensuring every new hire is set up for success — from their first shift through full integration into the café.
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Assist in training new hires on bar, service, and operational standards
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Reinforce consistency in drink quality and customer experience
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Partner with leadership to identify skill gaps and coaching opportunities
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Help maintain training materials and processes
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Provide handson coaching and feedback during live shifts
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Strong barista experience with high standards for quality
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Passion for teaching, coaching, and developing others
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Clear communicator with patience and attention to detail
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Ability to lead by example and reinforce expectations
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Organized and proactive mindset
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Base Pay: $24/ hr flate rate for trainer shifts, which are typically 8 hours per week, but this is subject to change with business need. This position is combined with a Shift Lead role. $11 per hour for Lead shifts + tips
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Training Differential: +$9/hour while in training
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This ensures competitive earnings during the preopening training period
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Play a key role in shaping how a new team learns and performs
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Be part of building a consistent, highquality training culture
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Growth opportunities as training programs expand
5115 Buffalo Speedway
We are currently managing all recruiting efforts in-house and are not partnering with external agencies. We kindly ask that agencies do not reach out or submit candidates for this role.
At Merit, we believe work is more than a job – it’s a chance to create something meaningful. Coffee is our craft, but people are our purpose. Every day we get to serve a cup that brightens someone’s morning, shape spaces that feel like community, and push ourselves to do the work just a little better than the day before.
