Barista | Brooklyn

Blank Street•Brooklyn, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Baristas at Blank Street serve a carefully curated menu with passion and precision, providing welcoming, hospitality-driven service and creating quality coffee, matcha, and other café beverages. The role involves working effectively in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates, and building a sense of community for customers and colleagues. Baristas work independently as needed while helping deliver a memorable customer experience and support the café’s operational goals.

Requirements

At least 1 year of customer service experience, preferably in hospitality or coffee.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Able to lift more than 25 lbs and stand for long periods.
Availability that meets the needs of the cafés.
For part-time work: 15–25 hours per week over 3 days, including 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).
For full-time work: 30–40 hours per week over 4–5 days, including 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).
Authorized to work in the U.S.; employment authorization will be verified through Form I-9 and E-Verify.
Friendly and enthusiastic team player with a passion for excellent customer service.
Reliable and able to manage time and priorities effectively, including during busy rush periods.
Passionate about preparing coffee, matcha, and other café beverages.
Strong independent problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
Curious, adaptable, and willing to learn.
Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
Comfortable with cash handling and maintaining store safety.

Nice To Haves

Weekend and holiday availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, welcoming, and engaging customer service, with the goal of turning customers into regulars.
Prepare drinks as part of Blank Street’s coffee program using its coffee equipment and products.
Complete training and follow procedures for safe food and beverage handling to maintain freshness and quality.
Help prevent food and beverage waste by following and adjusting par levels in response to business peaks and lows.
Maintain Local Department of Health standards.
Learn and follow product, service, and brand training playbooks.
Participate in Operations and Marketing initiatives to increase foot traffic, attract new customers, improve daily sales and profitability, and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base.