Barista in Training - Lower West Side

JOE COFFEE•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Joe Coffee is seeking curious and committed baristas in training (BITs) who are interested in learning about specialty coffee. The ideal candidate should be eager to learn about coffee and aspire to become a 'certified' barista for Joe, while also demonstrating a strong desire to provide excellent customer service. Joe Coffee Company, founded in 2003, started as a single specialty coffee house in Manhattan's West Village with a vision to brew high-quality, unique coffees and create a welcoming community space. It has since grown to 23 cafes in New York and operates its own Roastery in Long Island City. The company's mission remains to serve excellent coffee with warm hospitality. Joe Coffee emphasizes the importance of the barista in the coffee experience and supports their education and success through industry-leading professional training, continuing to innovate and lead in the specialty coffee movement.

Requirements

Reliable
Friendly
Fast-paced
A good team player
Eager to learn about coffee

Nice To Haves

Prior coffee shop experience
Prior experience serving guests
Able to work a flexible schedule

Responsibilities

Be eager to learn about coffee and have an interest in becoming a "certified" barista for Joe
Have a strong desire to offer great customer service

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Available to employees after six months of employment
Beyond Med Access – Support for elective procedures not tied to medical plan eligibility
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits – Save money on eligible transit and commuting expenses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for mental health, legal, financial, and personal challenges
401(k) Retirement Plan – Start saving for your future today -- NOW with 401(k) Employer Match!
Bonuses & Incentives – Opportunities for rewards through: Employee referrals, Renewing or obtaining food handler’s permits, Team-based recognition programs, Special events like the Halloween Costume Contest
In-Depth Barista Training – Hands-on learning to hone your craft
Paid Continuing Education – Expand your skills and explore new areas of interest
Mentorship Program – One-on-one guidance to support your professional journey
Origin Trips – Opportunities to travel and deepen your knowledge of coffee at the source
The Joe Show – Our signature community-building event
Holiday Celebration – A festive end-of-year gathering for our whole team
Latte Art Throwdowns – Friendly competition and connection through coffee
Subsidized Citi Bike or Lyft Pink memberships (in the past)
Free financial literacy workshops (in the past)