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Barista

PJ's Coffee

Job Location:

Linthicum, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 15 - 17

Posted: 26 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits/Perks

Ongoing Management and leadership training opportunities
Employee retail and shift discounts
Prize opportunities through national contests
Local regional and national awards and recognition

About PJs Coffee

Phyllis Jordan a pioneer in the coffee industry founded PJs Coffee of New Orleans in 1978 and demonstrated that better beans superior roasting techniques and pure passion for the art of coffeemaking 2008 the company was purchased by New Orleans natives and brothers Paul Steven and Scott Ballard. PJs Coffee serves a wide variety of hot iced and frozen coffee beverages using only the top 1% of Arabica beans as well as organic tea and fresh breakfast pastries. PJs Original Cold Brew Ice Coffee is brewed daily using a special cold-drip process that protects the flavor and strength of the beans while producing a coffee that is two-thirds less acidic a process and technique developed by its founder and used for more than 40 years at all PJs locations. Bags of whole bean coffee and single-serve cups of PJs Coffee are available for sale in-store and online. With more than 145 operating stores including four international locations PJs Coffee continues to grow in the U.S. and abroad. For more information visit or follow PJs Coffee on Facebook Instagram or Twitter.

Job Summary

The barista is responsible for being the master craftsman of all beverage and food items offered by PJs Coffee. They are responsible for developing a positive environment for both customers and fellow staff members all while providing consistently fast efficient and friendly service to all. The barista is responsible for the reputation and integrity of the PJs brand and of the specific store in which they are employed. The barista must exude impeccable customer service qualities product knowledge and education encouraging safe work practices and a demonstrated commitment to the core values and principles of PJs Coffee. More importantly a person in this role must be dedicated to the success of their growth within the company and enter the company with the intent to grow and move into larger roles.

Responsibilities

Present a positive image of PJs customers and coworkers
Proactively suggest new beverages drink enhancements snacks and pastries to improve the overall experience and knowledge of customers.
Prepare all beverages and food to meet PJs Coffee specifications and customer satisfaction.
Ensure that the store offers excellent customer service as it pertains to the operation of the staff and the physical upkeep of the store.
Follow cash handling procedures accurately
Ensure the interior and exterior of a store meet sanitary safety and aesthetic requirements by maintaining daily shift checklists and par levels.
Alert management to operational needs equipment failure and necessary improvements that are needed
Enforce and abide by company policies procedures and safety rules
Attend training sessions designed to increase coffee knowledge and work skills and apply that knowledge to operations

Qualifications

Barista experience is Ok but not required! You will be trained in the PJs ways of serving the best cup of coffee in town!
Outgoing and engaging personality
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to communicate through different communication channels including email phone project management software and conference calls (if necessary)
Must be atleast 18 yrs of age

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

PJs Coffee of New Orleans was founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan a pioneer in the coffee industry who embraced high-quality beans superior roasting methods and a pure passion for the art of coffee making. Today PJs Coffee is recognized for harvesting roastingand personally crafting gourmet drinks using only the top 1% of Arabica beans and delicious organic addition our selection of fresh breakfast pastries and hot breakfast sandwiches makes for the perfect beverage pairing.

PJs Coffee carries a complete line of espresso-based beverages flavored coffee and award-winning Original Cold Brew^TM Iced Coffee. PJs Coffee is committed to bringing our customers the freshest coffee possible while developing programs to ensure quality of life is improved through community initiatives and by supporting local school programs.

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