Barista

We're seeking a Barista to join our TERI team! Join us at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar, where great coffee meets a greater purpose. Located on our inclusive Campus of Life, the café is a vibrant community hub that supports individuals with special needs. We value wellness, connection, and making every interaction meaningful— for both our guests and our team.

If you’re passionate about people, coffee, and creating a feel-good atmosphere, we’d love to meet you! TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Your Role

& Responsibilities – Promote new and special menu items, educating café’s menu, and answering questions. Process transactions in POS system to accept payments by handling and/or processing cash or credit card payments by following appropriate cash handling procedures. Review café’s inventory to restock food and beverages, such as sandwiches, pastries, coffee beans, teas, smoothies and all other menu items on display.

Create a welcoming and one-of-a-kind experience for customers. Restock utensils, napkins, coffee and tea supplies, and all other items. Learn about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food and beverage quality. Maintain awareness of promotions of new and specialty menu items and update display signages to attract customers.

Qualifications

– High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). One year of related experience and/or training in Food & Beverage. California Responsible Beverage Service Certification. County of San Diego Food Handler Card preferred. Pay – $17.00 Hourly Status – Part-time The Benefits of Joining TERI – Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings.

Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy. Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support work-life balance.

Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued. Fit for Life – TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule.

TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER – TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seeking to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.