Barista | Brooklyn

Blank Street•Brooklyn, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Baristas at Blank Street provide customer-focused, hospitality-driven service while preparing coffee, matcha, and other cafe beverages with care and precision. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates, and creating a welcoming experience that builds community and encourages customers to return. Baristas work independently as needed and help deliver Blank Street’s curated menu and brand standards.

Requirements

At least 1 year of customer service experience, preferably in hospitality or coffee.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Able to lift more than 25 pounds and stand for long periods.
Availability that meets cafe needs.
For part-time work: 15–25 hours per week across 3 days, including 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).
For full-time work: 30–40 hours per week across 4–5 days, including 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday).
Authorized to work in the United States.
Friendly, enthusiastic team player with a passion for excellent customer service.
Reliable and able to manage time and priorities, including during busy rush periods.
Passionate about making coffee, matcha, and other cafe 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 handling cash and maintaining store safety.

Nice To Haves

Weekend and holiday availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, welcoming, and engaging customer service and build lasting customer relationships.
Prepare beverages using the company’s coffee program, equipment, and products.
Complete training and follow food and beverage handling procedures to preserve freshness and quality.
Reduce food and beverage waste by maintaining and adjusting par levels to reflect business peaks and lows.
Maintain Local Department of Health standards.
Learn and adhere to product, service, and brand training playbooks.
Participate in Operations and Marketing initiatives to increase foot traffic, attract customers, grow sales, improve profitability, and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base.