The Happy Cow is hiring an experienced barista/shift lead to join our team, with the chance to grow into a front-of-house leadership role. We're a fast-casual burger and coffee shop built on clean, high-quality ingredients — house-made syrups, refined-sugar-free options, pasture-raised beef, gluten-free accommodations, and a guest experience that actually feels thought-through. We're not a corporate coffee shop, so we need someone who cares about quality, consistency, and the details. If you'd rather help build something with a small local business than get lost in a chain, this is for you.
Details
- Location: OCC
- Schedule: 27–35 hours/week; morning and weekend availability required
- Pay: $15–17/hour depending on experience, plus tips
- Closed Mondays
- Perks: employee discounts and shift meals, plus a real path into front-of-house management
- Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled
What You'll Do
- Pull consistent espresso drinks, cold brew, teas, and smoothies
- Give warm, confident service through every rush
- Open and/or close the front of house
- Keep the café clean, stocked, and running smoothly
- Help train newer baristas once you're settled in
- Communicate clearly with kitchen staff and ownership
What We're Looking For
- Prior barista experience required; espresso machine experience strongly preferred
- Dependable, organized, and a calm, steady presence during a rush
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Comfortable in a small business where everyone pitches in
- Interest in clean food or high-quality coffee is a plus
- Shift lead or leadership experience is a plus, but not required for the right person
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
Work Location: In person
