Jollibee Group North America is hiring: Barista in Milpitas

Overview

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Be a Founding Team Member in a New Era of Handcrafted Specialty Beverages – BARISTA Opportunity. Are you a passionate, hands-on team member with a love for craft beverages, sustainability, and creating joyful guest experiences? Are you ready to help launch a new specialty beverage brand and be part of the opening team at the first-ever MILKSHA flagship store in the U.S.?

At MILKSHA, we believe every drink should be more than just a beverage — it should be a moment of joy. Rooted in quality, care, and conscious sourcing, we’re redefining what premium milk tea and specialty drinks mean in the U.S. market. We’re looking for Baristas who are excited to grow with us from the ground up. In this role, you’ll craft beverages with care, connect with guests, and help create a welcoming, high-energy environment that reflects our values of joy, quality, and community.

Why Join Milksha? Our unique promise to talent: Experience JOY while working with us.

• Purposeful Journeys. Yours start with us.
• Meaningful Connections: Thrive in a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
• Impactful Brands: Be part of one of the world’s most beloved and iconic brands.
• Big Dreams: Champion joyful experiences as we pursue global market leadership.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Leaves
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Beverage Privileges
• Other employee perks

Your Opportunity

This is a part-time/full-time, hourly-paid position based in The Great Mall – Milpitas, CA. Weekend and evening availability is required. Competitive pay, benefits, and a chance to support Milksha’s very first U.S. store launch.

Your Daily Tea-rrific Mission

• Prepare handcrafted milk tea and specialty beverages to exacting standards.
• Understand, follow, and practice adherence to company policies, workplace safety standards, FIFO stock rotation, food safety practices, cleanliness and sanitation, and good housekeeping.
• Deliver warm, friendly, and memorable guest experiences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and joyful workspace.
• Report workplace problems and concerns to the supervisor on duty. Take instructions and follow identified interim, preventive, and contingent actions set by the store management team.
• Assist in proper receiving, handling, storage and preparation of food and packaging materials.
• Abide by all rules and regulations as set forth in the Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years high school education
• Previous barista or food service experience is a plus — but we’re happy to train the right person
• High energy and flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• A passion for milk tea, hospitality, and sustainability
• Great communication skills and a team-first attitude

Note: This job is for immediate placement. Applicant must be authorized to work in the USA.

About Milksha

Milksha, founded in Tainan, Taiwan, is a global tea brand renowned for its health-focused beverages and natural ingredients. Drinks are handcrafted and made-to-order to preserve fresh, authentic flavors. Milksha has expanded to multiple regions with stores worldwide, dedicated to sharing quality milk, tea and customer experience. Milksha embraces innovation while honoring its cultural heritage.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Restaurants

Equal Opportunity Employer: Jollibee Group North America and Milksha provide equal opportunities to all applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.