Barista | Upper East Side Manhattan

Blank Street • New York City, NY

125d • $16 - $17

About The Position

At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Baristas at Blank Street must be able to work independently, while also thriving in a team environment. The right person for this role is a proven people-person, taking pride in giving amazing service experiences. You are customer centric and believe in serving a carefully curated menu with passion and precision, making every effort to give your customers exactly what they need, every day, in their way.

Requirements

• Experience in the customer service or hospitality industry
• 18+ years of age
• Able to lift 25+ lbs, and to stand for long periods of time
• Availability that meets the needs of our cafes
• Part Time: 15-25 hours per week, 3 days of availability required and must be available to work 2 peak days (Peak days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Full Time: 30-40 hours per week, 4-5 days of availability required and must be available to work 2 peak days (Peak days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Weekend and holiday availability preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Delight our customers with consistent, welcoming and engaging customer service, taking the opportunity to turn every customer into a regular
• Work within a world-class coffee program using the best coffee equipment and product in the industry to prepare the tastiest drinks
• Complete all training to ensure proper measures are in place to achieve the correct handling of food and beverage to retain its freshness and quality
• Have systems in place to avoid wastage of product with both food and beverage, following and adjusting par levels where needed in line with business peaks and lows
• Maintain Local Department of Health standards at all times
• Full and complete knowledge and adherence to all product, service and brand training playbooks
• Participate in all initiatives with the Operations and marketing teams to increase foot traffic, new customers, daily sales, and operational profitability and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base

Benefits

• $16.50-$17.50 per hour + tips
• Barista accreditation and training program
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation time, based on eligibility
• Health benefits, based on eligibility
• Blank Street coffee and swag
• Opportunities for advancement for those interested

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees