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Grit Coffee

Grit Barista

Job Overview

At Grit Coffee, we honor the hustle.

It takes a lot of heart and hard work at every step to create the best coffee possible, and we know it takes a lot of grit to keep your own grind going. With you in mind, we search the world over to partner with great farmers cultivating great coffees, and we roast them with craft and care — believing that only the perfect cup is good enough for your journey ahead.

We seek to build a diverse, vibrant and creative team of individuals that will help us strengthen our brand with their unique experience. We will train new hires on how to prepare, serve and talk about our offerings. 

Coffee or hospitality experience is preferred, but not necessary. 

Successful Grit coffee employees love serving and being around people and align with our core values: 

Care - We take pride in everything we do and refuse to settle for mediocrity, with the goal of serving with excellence. 

Hard Work - We take our work seriously, combining individual diligence with collective collaboration, and never cutting corners. 

Initiative - We act without prompting, proactively making the effort to exceed expectations. 

Fun - We find joy in the work we do and welcome opportunities for laughter. 

Thoughtful - We are intentional in our approach to hospitality and our pursuit of excellence in everything we do. 

  • We are currently hiring at the following locations :

    Downtown | 112 W Main St #1, Charlottesville, VA 22902

    Crozet | 1110 Old Trail Dr #120, Crozet, VA 22932

    Williamsburg | 100 College Row Ste 2101, Williamsburg, VA 23185

    Role Expectations:

    • Welcome all guests warmly and communicate options clearly and kindly

    • Prepare coffee beverages to standard and represent our Brand accurately 

    • Become familiar with our different single origins, blends, limited editions and microlots 

    • Merchandise management - displaying, stocking 

    • Maintain side work throughout each shift 

    • Ability to lift about 30lbs 

    • Ability to work on your feet for 6-8 hours 

    • Assist your teammates and work together to support each other 


    The Goal of the Barista is to create a positive guest experience while sharing pride in our products and stewardship of our shop. We represent the Core Values of Grit naturally and honestly.

  • Full-time and part-time positions available.

  • Compensation

    Training Pay - $12.00/hr 

    Barista Pay - Starting base pay is $10/hr + tips*. Tips average between $7-$9 dollars more per hour for an average hourly pay of $17-$19 per hour. 

    *Tips are collected per shop per day and split amongst the team that worked that day. Tips can vary based on location and hours worked. 

    Benefits 

    All Employees 

    • Employee discount program 

    • ACAC discounted membership 

    • Simple IRA with 3% employer match 

    • Flexible schedule 

    Full Time Employee 

    • Health Insurance + employer contribution 

    • Dental Insurance 

    • Vision Insurance 

    • Life Insurance - fully covered

  • Schedule and Shift Expectations 

    Baristas must maintain at least 4 shifts per month or 1 shift per week to be considered an active employee. 

    Most barista shifts range from 5-7 hours 

    Opening shifts start at 6:30am 

    Closing shifts end at or around 5:30pm

If you are interested in applying for this position, email jobs@gritcoffee.com. Please include a cover letter and resume.