Lead Barista

The Coffee Class Urgent Hiring: Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Lead Barista

Are you passionate about crafting delicious coffee and leading a fun, enthusiastic team? Do you thrive in a dynamic, guest-focused environment where your skills and energy make a real difference?

Join The Coffee Class, a loving neighborhood coffee shop in Las Vegas known for bold flavors and genuine hospitality. As a Lead Barista, you'll enjoy a positive, growth-focused culture, consistent schedules, and perks like free shift meals, employee discounts, and health benefits. Elevate your barista skills while leading a talented team in a fast-paced, supportive setting.

Lead Barista Responsibilities

• Set a positive, high-energy tone during shifts and keep the team guest-first and focused
• Manage team deployment, breaks, and shift priorities efficiently
• Handle guest recovery with care and escalate issues appropriately
• Onboard and coach baristas, reinforcing recipes, service steps, and upselling techniques
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and recognize excellent performance
• Complete opening/closing tasks and maintain cleanliness and side work standards
• Track inventory levels, assist with ordering, and maintain equipment
• Dial in espresso, calibrate grinders, and ensure consistent drink quality
• Lead by example on the bar, managing flow and pacing during busy times
• Quality check drinks and pastry plating; coach barista techniques including latte art

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-2 years barista experience; prior shift lead experience preferred
• Strong espresso skills: dial-in, calibration, milk texturing, latte art
• Confident communicator with a guest-first, high-energy presence
• Organized, reliable, calm under pressure, and holds self and others to high standards
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and consistent attendance

Perks & Benefits

• Free shift meals and employee discounts
• Paid time off, health insurance, and 401k benefits
• Consistent schedules with a positive, growth-focused culture
• Earn tips on top of competitive hourly pay

Location: Almond & Oat Coffee Bar S Jones 6555 S Jones Blvd #100, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA

Ready to lead a dynamic coffee team and grow your barista career? Apply now to join The Coffee Class family and make every shift deliciously fun and rewarding!

Welcome to The Coffee Class, your neighborhood coffee shop serving handcrafted lattes, fresh pastries, and chef-driven breakfast and lunch in Las Vegas. We focus on bold flavors, genuine hospitality, and creating a space where people can connect. With four locations across the valley, including Almond and Oat, we offer free WiFi, outdoor seating, curbside pickup, and delivery. Whether you’re starting your morning or catching up with a friend, The Coffee Class brings together great coffee, real food, and a welcoming community vibe.

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 / hour

Pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• 401(k)

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site