READY FOR ADVENTURE? JOIN OUR TEAM AS OLIVE OIL & BALSAMIC BARISTA!
This position offers flexible scheduling of approximately 30 hours, while requiring a consistent commitment, including weekend availability.
COMPENSATION: $20 - $30+ PER HOUR
combined hourly base plus profit sharing
Olive Press Ojai Inc
246 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA
We are inviting a highly motivated, positive, people-loving foodie to join us on an exciting and meaningful journey and adventure. If you enjoy challenges, taking initiative, and inspiring others with a love for premier olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, fine cuisine, and nutrition, you might be the perfect fit.
At the Olive Press Ojai, we create a "Disneyland for your taste buds" experience, featuring the world’s highest standards in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and barrel-aged Balsamic Vinegar from Modena, Italy. The magic happens through flavor pairings that are simply irresistible. Our biggest challenge — and greatest success — is welcoming visitors, educating them, and guiding them through an unforgettable tasting journey. Everything else comes second.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Welcome clients with warmth and positivity
Guide visitors through tastings, offering samples and sharing fun, educational information
Create a memorable, joyful discovery experience for each guest
Take customer orders and operate the sales register
Keep displays organized, restocked, and sparkling clean
Maintain a tidy, professional workspace
Support and uplift your teammates
WHO YOU ARE:
Genuinely happy, positive, and love connecting with people
Passionate about food and creating wonderful experiences
Detail-oriented with a service mindset
Curious, self-motivated, and a lifelong learner
Professional, polished, and dependable
Organized and comfortable multitasking
Computer savvy (basic skills in Microsoft Office)
Clear and confident in English communication (spoken and written)
Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
A team player who takes pride in your work
Honest, trustworthy, and committed to excellence
High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior hospitality or restaurant experience preferred
Bonus if you have:
A current Food Handler Certificate (or willingness to get one)
Work Authorization:
Must be authorized to work in the United States
WHO WE ARE:
At Olive Press Ojai, our mission is simple: to inspire well-being and delight through connection and hands-on tasting experiences. We strive to create a joyful workplace where employees grow both personally and professionally.
WE OFFER:
Profit Sharing Bonus Program
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount
A workplace built on clear communication, creativity, teamwork, kindness, and honesty
We believe in keeping it simple, telling the truth with authenticity and kindness, nurturing growth, and creating a joyful atmosphere every day.
Ready for an adventure?
We can’t wait to meet you!
Please email resume and cover letter to manager Nancy Hill, or call 913-558-0822. We look forward to meeting you!
