Barista Manager- Corporate Dining

Compass Group•New York, NY

6d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !Job SummaryThe Barista Manager leads all café operations for a premier corporate client, delivering an elevated coffee experience that reflects exceptional quality, hospitality, and craftsmanship. This role is ideal for a seasoned barista leader with hands‑on experience operating manual espresso machines, a passion for specialty coffee, and the ability to train and inspire a high‑performing team in a polished corporate setting. The Barista Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations from open to close, maintaining cost and quality standards, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience while exceeding sanitation and safety expectations.

Requirements

Previous hands‑on barista experience required
Three to five years of upscale café or food service experience, including at least two years in a management or lead role
Strong leadership, training, scheduling, coaching, and team development skills
Operational knowledge of cash handling procedures and café equipment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred

Nice To Haves

latte art experience, a plus.
ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead daily café operations, ensuring consistent delivery of premium coffee beverages and service
Operate and oversee the use of manual / non‑automated espresso machines, maintaining equipment and beverage standards
Prepare and execute high‑quality espresso beverages; latte art experience, a plus.
Recruit, interview, hire, train, and coach baristas and supervisory staff
Develop team expertise in espresso extraction, milk texturing, beverage presentation, and customer engagement
Plan schedules, assign responsibilities, and direct workflow to meet service demands
Maintain established cost controls while upholding luxury‑level quality standards
Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and cleaning standards
Prepare and maintain daily volume and trend analysis reports
Plan, market, and execute café promotions and special corporate events
Participate in employee meetings, performance reviews, and professional development
Perform additional duties as assigned to support café and client needs