Barista
Scooter's Coffee
$13.00–$15.00 per hour
1732 S Highland Ave, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301, United States
Part time
The Breakroom Take
- People enjoy this job
- Recommended by students
- Recommended by parents
- Respectful managers
- Good training
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Scooter's Coffee
Scooter's Coffee is a coffee chain known for its handcrafted espresso drinks, gourmet coffee, and drive-thru service.
Job description from Scooter's Coffee
Scooter's Coffee Barista Part-Time Position
Do you LOVE coffee? Are you filled with ENERGY and understand AMAZING customer service? Do you want to make your customers day? Love working in a FAST-PACED environment. Then Scooter's Coffee is the JOB FOR YOU! Come join the fastest growing coffee franchise and grow with us! See more about how we operate here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL8b_NN6q1s&t=1s
Benefits
- Competitive starting pay - $13.00/hr starting pay with the potential to reach $15.00/hr+ quickly based on performance!
- Exciting opportunities for advancement in the Scooter's Coffee system!
- Earn tips for AMAZING service! - Average of $1-$3/hr in tips!
- 401(k) program with employer match for eligible employees
- $5,250 in Tuition Assistance annually through Bellevue University online programs
- Flexible work schedule
- Free drink on shift
- 50% Employee Discount
- Free brewed coffee
Job Description
The Barista creates a memorable customer experience by providing fast, friendly service and consistent, quality products. This role is responsible for performing all job duties in a manner consistent with current company processes and procedures and maintaining all food safety and sanitation standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Greet and connect with each customer
- Welcome questions and seek opportunities to educate on our products
- Sell gift cards, complementary/additional products, and merchandise
- Solicit order, enter sale, and process payment in a timely and friendly fashion
- Manage cash drawer, following established cash handling procedures
- Serve all customer orders according to recipe and aesthetic guidelines
- Deliver products within established speed of service guidelines and identify drink upon delivery
- Operate and maintain cleanliness of all store equipment
- Optimize workflow efficiency by restocking workstations, food, supplies, and merchandise
- Maintain cleanliness of coworker and customer areas
- Demonstrate genuine appreciation to each customer
Qualifications
- Passion for people
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Commitment to master brand recipes and techniques
- Dependability
- Energetic, fast-paced, flexible work style
- Ability to learn quickly, problem solve, and handle multiple duties
The functions and skills described here are general in nature and represent the type of work performed, but they do not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job.
About Scooter's Coffee
Established in 1998, Scooter's Coffee has distinguished itself as one of the premiere specialty coffee companies in the industry. Scooter's Coffee may be one of the fastest-growing specialty coffee brands, but simplicity is at our core: sustainably-sourced ingredients we handcraft into perfection. We believe in taking time to connect and create an amazing experience in each life we touch. At Scooter's Coffee we live our core values of integrity, love, humility and courage and we are looking for talented, passionate, amazing people to join our team.
Disclaimer
You are applying to work with a franchisee of Scooter's Coffee. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set own terms of employment, including wage and benefit programs, which can vary between franchisees.
Established in 1998, Scooter's Coffee has distinguished itself as one of the premiere specialty coffee companies in the industry. Scooter's Coffee may be one of the fastest-growing specialty coffee brands, but simplicity is at our core: sustainably-sourced ingredients we handcraft into perfection. We believe in taking time to connect and create an amazing experience in each life we touch. At Scooter's Coffee we live our core values of integrity, love, humility and courage and we are looking for talented, passionate, amazing people to join our team.
You are applying to work with a franchisee of Scooter's Coffee. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set own terms of employment, including wage and benefit programs, which can vary between franchisees.
What employees say
Pay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
51% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid sick leave
Does Scooter's Coffee give baristas paid sick leave?
No. Most people don’t get paid leave when they’re sick.
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
82% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do baristas find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 28% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 1% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
66% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
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Most people can choose their shifts
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
74% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for baristas at Scooter's Coffee to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
45% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it for baristas to get time off at Scooter's Coffee?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Scooter's Coffee managers change baristas schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for baristas to take sick leave at Scooter's Coffee?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
61% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
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Most students say it’s good
Is baristas at Scooter's Coffee job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
91% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Benefits
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Needs improving
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Part-timers can't get health insurance
Are part-time baristas able to get health insurance from Scooter's Coffee?
Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
How we know this
100% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insuranceBased on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer offers health insurance to all their workers, no matter how many hours they work or what kind of job they have.
Needs improving
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Part-timers don’t get paid time off
Do part-time baristas get paid time off at Scooter's Coffee?
Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
How we know this
95% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time offBased on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid time off, no matter if they work full-time or part-time.
At a good job, you deserve all the same benefits, even if you work fewer hours."
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People don’t get paid time off
Do baristas get paid time off at Scooter's Coffee?
Most people don’t get paid time off from work.
How we know this
91% of people say they don’t get paid time off.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
79% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful for baristas to work at Scooter's Coffee?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
73% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do baristas at Scooter's Coffee recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
44% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Most people get enough training
Do baristas get enough training when they start at Scooter's Coffee?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Only some people get support to advance
Do baristas get support to advance at Scooter's Coffee?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 58% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
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Headquarters only partly understands what's happening
Do baristas think Scooter's Coffee’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
66% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 90 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organisation should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organisation has many different sites.
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Only some people feel well informed by headquarters
Do baristas feel well informed about how Scooter's Coffee is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
53% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Scooter's Coffee employees say about their job
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Best thing
I feel like everyone there is insanely welcoming and loving. they’ve make sure I felt comfortable but also pushed me to get better!
Worst thing
The rushes, oh my
Barista at Scooter's Coffee, June 2025
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Best thing
My Co-workers and free drinks.
Worst thing
corporate.
Barista at Scooter's Coffee, June 2025
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