JOB DESCRIPTION
Bouquet Café is Vancouver's only flower shop and coffee bar — a family-owned space at 1418 Robson Street in the West End. We have been featured by Vancouver Is Awesome, Daily Hive, and Eatcouver. We are hiring a part-time barista to join our small, dedicated team.
THE ROLE
You will prepare specialty espresso drinks, matcha lattes, premium teas, and our seasonal signature menu for a loyal and growing customer base. You will also maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the entire café space and occasionally support the floral side of the business when needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare all espresso drinks, matcha lattes, iced drinks, and seasonal signature creations to a consistent standard.
- Deliver warm, energetic, genuine service to every customer.
- Maintain a clean bar, seating area, floors, washroom, and outside seating throughout your shift.
- Complete opening or closing duties as assigned, fully and to standard.
- Take garbage and recycling to the building garbage room as required.
- Assist the floral section when asked.
- Process all transactions accurately through our point-of-sale system. We are a cashless café.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Reliable, punctual, and professional — this is our most important requirement.
- Warm, energetic customer service — you bring the energy every single shift.
- Weekend availability — required.
- Ability to follow a strict no-phone policy on the café floor during shifts.
- Willingness to take direction from management and follow procedures precisely.
- Barista and café experience is required.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive hourly wage plus tips.
- One complimentary staff drink per shift.
- 10% staff discount on premium drinks, teas, and baked goods.
- A beautiful, unique workspace in the heart of the West End.
- A warm, family-owned team where your work is genuinely valued.
IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
- A 3-month probationary period applies.
- Schedules are posted 2 weeks in advance. Availability must be submitted 4 weeks in advance.
- If you cannot attend a posted shift, finding a cover is your responsibility.
- No vacation time off is approved during the first 3 months.
- All staff sign our Staff Code of Conduct & Workplace Policy on their first day.
HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and a short note telling us why you want to work at Bouquet Café. Applications without a personal note will not be considered.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.25 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have weekend availability?
- Are you comfortable with a no-phone policy on the floor?
Experience:
- Barista: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
