Barista — Part-Time, Permanent
UB Social is looking for an experienced, reliable barista who loves great coffee, enjoys connecting with guests, and knows how to create a warm, memorable café experience. This is a permanent part-time role in Toronto’s Junction, offering $17.60 per hour plus tips — typically more than $21 per hour with tips.
About the Role
As a barista at UB Social, you will prepare high-quality espresso-based drinks, serve guests with genuine care, and help create an inviting neighbourhood café experience. We are looking for someone who is punctual, professional, people-focused, and comfortable recommending products and completing sales with confidence.
What You’ll Do
· Create excellent beverages, including espresso-based drinks, with consistency and care.
· Provide friendly, attentive, and individualized service to every guest.
· Complete guest transactions using cash, debit, credit, and mobile app payments.
· Use product knowledge and sales skills to recommend coffee, food, and retail items.
· Maintain coffee and food freshness standards while helping control waste.
· Keep the café clean, organized, well stocked, and guest-ready.
· Follow safety, sanitation, and organization standards at all times.
· Arrive on time and maintain regular, consistent attendance.
What You Bring
· At least 2 years of barista experience; specialty coffee experience is strongly preferred.
· A genuine passion for coffee, hospitality, and guest service.
· Strong people skills, with the ability to make guests feel welcomed and valued.
· Sales confidence and the ability to recommend products naturally and helpfully.
· Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
· Integrity, kindness, and a positive attitude in every interaction.
· Pride in your work and the ability to represent the UB Social brand with energy and professionalism.
· Minimum 18 years of age.
Role Details
· Location: Toronto’s Junction
· Job type: Part-time, permanent
· Schedule: Days
· Pay: $17.60 per hour plus tips, typically more than $21 per hour with tips
· Work location: In person
Benefits
· Casual dress
· Discounted or free food
· Store discount
· Friendly neighbourhood café environment
Physical Requirements
· Standing for extended periods of time
· Some bending, reaching, and turning required
· Exposure to typical café noise and heat, including blenders, espresso machines, and steam
Equal Opportunity Statement
UB Social is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for consideration will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $17.60 per hour
Expected hours: 34.0 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Store discount
Experience:
- Barista: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
