Barista

About MOUV

Mouv is a queer-owned movement studio and community space offering Pilates, yoga, and movement experiences. This fall, we're expanding to include a café serving specialty coffee, beverages, and thoughtfully prepared sandwiches.

Our space is designed to be a place to move, gather, refuel, and connect. Through our classes, café, events, and community programming, we create opportunities for people to care for themselves while building meaningful connections.

We lead with inclusivity, accessibility, and a trauma-informed lens, recognizing that everyone brings different experiences, identities, needs, and boundaries into shared spaces. We expect every member of our team to approach our community, and one another, with empathy, respect, curiosity, and care.

Whether you're crafting a coffee, preparing a sandwich, welcoming a guest, or caring for the space, it's the small details that leave the biggest impression.

Position Overview

The Barista is responsible for creating a warm, consistent, and welcoming café experience that reflects Mouv’s values.

This role combines beverage preparation, hospitality, and day-to-day café operations. You'll play an important role in shaping each guest's experience through thoughtful service, attention to detail, and genuine connection.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available depending on availability and operational needs.

Compensation:

$21.00/hour + tips

Shift options:

• Opening Shift (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
• Mid Shift (8:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
• Float Shift (9:30 AM – 3:30 PM)

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Has a minimum of 2 years of barista experience (latte art is an asset)
• Has a strong background in hospitality and customer service
• Leads with kindness, warmth, and curiosity
• Enjoys creating welcoming community spaces
• Is comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Communicates clearly and proactively
• Is reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Takes pride in their work and maintains high standards
• Is comfortable working with a diverse community
• Enjoys collaborating and supporting the team
• Is excited to grow with a small, queer-owned business
• Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Primary Responsibilities

Café Operations

• Prepare espresso, coffee, matcha, tea, and other café beverages
• Maintain consistency and quality across every drink
• Operate and maintain café equipment
• Complete opening and closing procedures
• Monitor inventory and communicate restocking needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace

Hospitality

• Welcome guests with genuine warmth
• Create an inclusive, memorable experience for every guest
• Answer questions about the café and Mouv
• Maintain a professional, friendly presence
• Help cultivate the calm, thoughtful atmosphere that defines Mouv

Benefits

• Complimentary Mouv standby membership
• Staff discount on Mouv retail
• Staff discount on café food and beverages

Opening Timeline

Our new Mouv Studio + Café is expected to open mid to late October.

We're hiring early to allow time for onboarding and team training, which will begin mid to late September. This is an opportunity to help build the café from the ground up and be part of the opening team.

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person