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Barista | Part-Time| Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Tampa, FL, 33604
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Barista is responsible for accurately operating the cash register, processing payments, and preparing a variety of concession items and beverages for guests. This role ensures all products are presented with consistent quality and delivered with attentive service. The Barista is expected to maintain a clean, organized work environment and uphold excellent attendance in accordance with company policy.
This role will pay an hourly rate of $14.00.
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until March 6, 2026.
About the Venue
Our Vision at ZooTampa is the following: Everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife. Our Mission is to Rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.
Responsibilities
- Conduct the cash register sales by entering the orders and completing the transaction.
- Knows how to memorize and use a recipe book
- Can operate a blender, coffee machine, and expresso machine
- Responsible for maintaining stock and supply levels, and communicating to the Concessions Stand Manger of low stock items.
- Listening and responding to customer requests or concerns
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work space including but not limited to disposal of garbage & cleaning dishes.
- Serve beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages responsibly. Must check guest’s ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for purchase of alcoholic beverages.
- Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be 18 or over
- Three or more months’ experience in food service industry preferred
- Previous cash handling experience preferred.
- Ability to learn to handle cash and learn to operate a cash register and corresponding system
- Excellent interpersonal skills & a friendly, positive attitude with co-workers, managers, volunteers & guests.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Frequently asked questions
Absolutely, this role welcomes individuals with limited food service background, emphasizing on-the-job learning. Familiarity with operating cash registers and espresso machines grows quickly, making it ideal for newcomers eager to develop barista skills in a vibrant, guest-focused environment.
Expect to blend beverage preparation with cash handling, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness. Engaging with guests and responsibly serving alcoholic drinks while adhering to health standards are also key, creating a dynamic balance between hospitality and operational duties.
Unlike many restaurant barista jobs, this role integrates wildlife conservation values with service, offering a unique setting at a renowned venue. The blend of guest interaction and venue-specific mission provides a richer experience than typical café environments in Tampa.
Yes, balancing fast-paced service with educational engagement about wildlife creates a distinct atmosphere. Additionally, verifying IDs for alcohol sales and maintaining strict sanitation in a zoo setting adds complexity compared to standard part-time barista roles.
This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $14.00, which aligns well with Tampa's hospitality sector standards for part-time baristas, reflecting both the venue's prestige and local cost of living.
Hiring tends to be steady with some seasonal fluctuations tied to visitor peaks, especially during holidays. Zoo Tampa's consistent community presence ensures ongoing part-time opportunities, making it a reliable option for local job seekers.
Commuting from downtown Tampa usually takes around 20-30 minutes depending on the time of day. While peak hours can increase travel time, public transit and parking options at Lowry Park ease accessibility for part-time employees.
While Dallas Convention Center focuses on large-scale event hospitality, Zoo Tampa offers a more intimate, conservation-inspired setting. The latter emphasizes guest education and wildlife connection, providing a unique cultural environment beyond typical convention services.
Both positions involve keen beverage crafting and attentive guest service, but Zoo Tampa’s role uniquely combines this with a mission-driven approach to wildlife education. Dallas Convention Center might lean more towards event-driven dynamics and volume-based service.
Emphasize any cash handling experience, ability to operate espresso and blender machines, and a friendly, positive attitude. Demonstrating eagerness to support wildlife conservation efforts can significantly boost your appeal in this specialized venue.