Barista - Cafe

About the role

Café Barista - FT position 30-40 hours per week | Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY | Training Start Dates: July 1st - 2nd, July 6th to the 10th.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly, professional, and positive attitude
• Prepare espresso drinks, teas, shakes, and café food items with consistency
• Maintain strong product knowledge to answer questions and make recommendations
• Accurately operate the POS system and handle transactions
• Support opening and closing procedures using company checklists
• Keep workspace clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards
• Restock products, maintain displays, and monitor inventory levels
• Communicate inventory or operational needs with supervisors
• Work collaboratively and support team members across café operations
• Stay calm, focused, and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• Cross-train in other café and market roles as needed
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and service standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment at all times
• Stay up to date on food & beverage trends and service best practices
• Perform other duties as needed to support daily operations

Requirements

• 1 year of café, food service, or customer-facing experience preferred
• Knowledge of beverage preparation and food safety standards
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
• Flexible availability (early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail