Barista - Specialty Coffee - Valley Fair at Nordstrom in San Jose, CA
- Company: Nordstrom
- Location: San Jose, CA
- Posted: Sep 17, 2026
- Type: Variable
- Salary: $20.80 - $21.60 Hourly
- Experience: 1+ years
- Visa sponsorship available
Overview
The ideal barista is motivated, outgoing and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards, while also delivering exceptional customer service
Job description
- The ideal barista is motivated, outgoing and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to all recipe standards, while also delivering exceptional customer service
- Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about coffee, tea and drink preparation and products
- Assist with setup, cleanup, stock work and handling of food items
Requirements
- The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
- 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality is preferred
Skills
Required
- Motivated
- Outgoing
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule
- Coffee and tea preparation
- Drink preparation
- Food handling
Benefits
- Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
- This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf
- The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
- Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- $20.80 - $21.60 Hourly