Barista – Specialty Coffee

Nordstrom

Barista preparing specialty coffee, tea, beverages, and food for Nordstrom customers. Delivering recipe-compliant service while supporting setup, cleanup, and stock work.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeMission Viejo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in beverage and food preparation while delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. Holds a food handler’s card and possesses strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and coworkers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Food Service ExperienceCustomer Service ExcellenceBeverage PreparationFood Handler’s CardFast-Paced Environment Adaptability

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Beverage PreparationFood PreparationRecipe Adherence

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProfessionalismFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Food Handler’s Card

Industry Keywords

Food ServiceHospitalityCustomer Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards
Deliver exceptional customer service
Maintain knowledge of coffee, tea, drink preparation, and products
Assist with setup, cleanup, stock work, and handling of food items

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
1+ year of food service/hospitality experience is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Vision
Dental
Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount
EAP Resources
Performance-based incentives/bonuses may be available
401k
PTO accruals
Holidays