Mobile Barista
Poorboy Coffee
| Location: | San Francisco, CA |
| Type: | Contract |
| Date Posted: | May 20, 2026 |
Poorboy Coffee is hiring an experienced barista to support our growing mobile coffee catering business. This is a part-time, contract-based role ideal for baristas who enjoy event work, variety, and earning more per hour than a traditional coffee shop.
This position involves picking up equipment, driving to events, transporting and setting up coffee equipment, serving high-volume espresso drinks, and breaking down and cleaning equipment post-event. Scheduling is event-based and hours will vary week to week.
Training is provided for coffee catering operations.
Responsibilities
- Drive to and from events using: Use your own SUV (mileage reimbursed)
- Load, transport, and unload coffee catering equipment, including: Espresso machine, grinder, pump/accumulator, coffee cart, cups, and tools
- Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 70 lbs
- Set up coffee cart and properly plumb in espresso machine (training provided)
- Prepare and serve high-volume espresso beverages efficiently
- Deliver excellent customer service and represent the brand professionally
- Break down coffee cart and reload equipment after events
- Return equipment to commissary kitchen
- Wash, dry, organize, and properly store all equipment
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout service
Requirements
- 1 year previous coffee shop barista experience required. Mobile coffee catering experience preferred.
- Comfortable making espresso drinks at high volume
- Valid driver’s license and own a vehicle to use for events
- Safe and reliable driving record
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Organized, clean, and detail-oriented
- Reliable, punctual, and adaptable to varying schedules
Schedule & Compensation
- Part-time, contract position
- Event-based scheduling (no guaranteed weekly hours)
- Flexible hours depending on bookings
- Higher hourly pay than a typical coffee shop
- Mileage reimbursement when using personal vehicle
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid mileage reimbursement
- Hands-on training in coffee catering
- Work a variety of private and corporate events
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-expanding coffee brand
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Work Location: On the road
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