Nation of Earth
a contemporary coffee archive
coffee and matcha
now hiring · four roles open →
the house
One nation, grown on the whole earth.
Nation of Earth is a coffee company built around a simple appreciation for good coffee and the places we enjoy drinking it. We work directly with producers to source coffees from different origins and roast them ourselves, with a focus on bringing out the character of each bean. Alongside our own roasts, we bring together a changing selection of coffees from roasters we admire because we believe there's always something new to discover. For us, a good café is about more than what's in the cup. It's also about the space, the people, and how it all comes together.
our coffee
We source our beans directly from producers in Colombia, El Salvador, Peru, and beyond, building relationships with the people behind the coffee we serve. We roast our own beans and share the shelf with a rotating selection from roasters we admire. Every cup is prepared with care by our baristas using La Marzocco KB90 espresso machines.
the archive
Our coffee archive brings together beans from different origins and roasters in an immersive, sensory experience. Each coffee is displayed in its own jar so you can explore the aromas, learn about its origins, and find something you like before taking a bag home.
matcha
We give matcha the same attention as our coffee, sourcing ceremonial-grade matcha from Japan and whisking each drink fresh at its own dedicated bar. From traditional preparations to our own creations, we offer something for every kind of matcha drinker. We partner with Paragon for our matcha.
our spaces
No two Nation of Earth cafés are quite the same. Each location has its own character, with different design influences that reflect its surroundings. Our open coffee bars are part of the experience, bringing the brewing process into view, while comfortable seating and genuine hospitality make each space somewhere people enjoy spending time.
the rooms
Two rooms are being built now.
- Gastown, Vancouveropening January 2027
- Richmond, BCopening November 2026
now hiring
Every role works across all of our rooms — Gastown and Richmond — and the team rotates between them.
The bar is a graded ladder — trainee to lead — and management is its own category. Every ad carries its real rate.
Barista I - Trainee
apply for this role →Our Barista Trainee position is designed for someone who wants to get into specialty coffee but doesn't necessarily have previous café experience.
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About the role
Every new Barista Trainee will receive 8 hours of paid training covering the foundations of working behind the bar, customer service, café workflow, drink preparation, cleanliness, and Nation of Earth standards.
This is a casual position, making it a good fit for students or people looking for flexible work.
What you'll do
- Welcome and take care of our guests
- Learn espresso, matcha, and beverage preparation
- Take orders and operate the POS
- Maintain a clean and organized café
- Restock and support the bar team
- Learn Nation of Earth recipes and service standards
- Help create a warm and welcoming environment
We're looking for someone who
- Is friendly, dependable, and willing to learn
- Takes pride in doing things properly
- Works well with others
- Is comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Shows up on time and ready to work
- Is genuinely interested in coffee, hospitality, or learning something new
What we offer
- 8 hours of paid barista training with hands-on coaching
- Shared tip pool
- A welcoming and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to learn specialty coffee and hospitality from the ground up
- Flexible scheduling
- Daily free drink & staff discount
- Clear opportunities for growth into Barista and leadership positions
Barista II
apply for this role →We're looking for a Barista who already feels comfortable in a café environment and wants to become a core part of the Nation of Earth team.
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About the role
Previous barista or hospitality experience is preferred, but we're equally interested in people who are dependable, thoughtful, and take pride in their work.
This position comes with a minimum of 16 guaranteed hours per week.
What you'll do
- Prepare espresso, matcha, and other beverages to Nation of Earth standards
- Provide thoughtful and efficient customer service
- Operate the POS and handle transactions
- Maintain drink quality and consistency
- Keep the bar, café, and workstations organized
- Complete opening and closing duties
- Help train newer team members
- Restock and communicate inventory needs
- Contribute to a positive team environment
We're looking for someone who
- Has previous café, barista, or hospitality experience preferred
- Is dependable and consistent
- Works efficiently without sacrificing quality
- Has strong attention to detail
- Enjoys working with people
- Takes initiative rather than waiting to be asked
- Wants to continue developing their coffee and hospitality skills
What we offer
- Guaranteed minimum of 16 hours per week
- Shared tip pool
- A welcoming and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to mentor newer team members
- Flexible scheduling
- Daily free drink & staff discount
- Clear pathways to Lead Barista and management positions as Nation of Earth continues to grow
Barista III - Lead
apply for this role →This is more than a Lead Barista position.
the full ad
About the role
We're looking for someone who wants ownership, takes pride in their work, and enjoys helping others become better. You'll be responsible for leading the daily café operations, mentoring the team, maintaining quality standards, and helping create an environment where both customers and staff feel welcome.
While coffee knowledge is valuable, we believe attitude, dedication, and leadership are just as important. We're looking for people who are eager to learn, take pride in their work, and want to grow with Nation of Earth.
What you'll do
- Serve as the shift leader when the FOH Manager is not on-site
- Train and mentor baristas
- Maintain espresso quality and drink consistency
- Foster a positive, collaborative team culture
- Work closely with ownership as the company grows
We're looking for someone who
- Leads with kindness and accountability
- Takes initiative without needing to be asked
- Enjoys coaching and developing others
- Is calm under pressure
- Cares about the details
- Wants to grow with a young company
- Shares our belief that service is a craft of its own
Specialty coffee experience is appreciated, but leadership, work ethic, and alignment with our vision are what matter most.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of barista or management experience
- Food Safe Level 1 certification
What we offer
- Competitive pay
- Shared tip pool
- Leadership role with room for growth
- Opportunity to influence systems and culture from day one
- Daily free drink & staff discount
- Ongoing coffee education and development
- A supportive team that values craftsmanship, curiosity, and community
Front of House Manager
apply for this role →We're looking for a Front of House Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operation of our rooms.
the full ad
About the role
This is a key leadership position at Nation of Earth.
You'll be responsible for the people, service, organization, and overall rhythm of the café. We want someone who understands that a great café isn't created by a checklist alone. It's created by a team that is supported, accountable, prepared, and proud of what they're building.
While previous experience is an important part of the role, we believe great leadership begins with integrity, curiosity, and a genuine care for people. We're looking for someone who is committed to growing alongside our team and helping shape the culture of Nation of Earth.
What you'll do
- Oversee daily front-of-house café operations
- Lead, support, and develop the café team
- Create and manage staff schedules
- Coordinate opening, closing, and shift responsibilities
- Maintain Nation of Earth hospitality and service standards
- Manage staff performance and provide ongoing feedback
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training
- Work closely with the Lead Barista on beverage quality and bar operations
- Monitor inventory and coordinate ordering
- Address customer concerns professionally
- Maintain café cleanliness and operational standards
- Help improve systems and workflows
- Communicate staffing and operational needs to ownership
- Build a healthy, accountable, and positive team culture
We're looking for someone who
- Has previous café management experience
- Has experience leading and developing a team
- Is highly dependable and organized
- Is willing to work alongside the team rather than only manage from the sidelines
- Communicates clearly and respectfully
- Can make decisions independently
- Handles problems calmly
- Holds themselves and others accountable
- Takes genuine ownership of the café
- Is excited by the opportunity to help build a growing company
Requirements
- 1-2 years of café management experience
- Food Safe Level 1 certification
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Shared tip pool
- Extended health and dental plan
- Leadership role with room for growth
- Opportunity to influence systems and culture from day one
- Daily free drink & staff discount
- Ongoing coffee education and development
- A supportive team that values craftsmanship, curiosity, and community
We're particularly interested in someone who sees this as more than managing one café. As Nation of Earth grows, we want our strongest people to have opportunities to grow with us.
Nothing that fits?
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contact
- emailinfo@noecoffee.ca
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