Cafe Barista - 550 Madison

Great Performances•New York, NY

7d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

The Arch at 550 Madison Avenue is a private club level and amenity space serving this prestige office building’s corporate clients. It is the heart of the building and a place where fine quality hospitality meets comfort and contemporary design. The space includes a 40-seat café, an espresso and wine bar, and nine separate private dining and conference rooms, including a library, screening room, billiards room, and chef’s table with a dedicated kitchen. 550 Madison Avenue, located in Midtown Manhattan, is NYC’s only landmarked building to achieve LEED Platinum Certification, a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement. Great Performances operates the Club Level Amenity Space at 550 Madison Avenue. We are a hospitality management company committed to collaboration, innovation and quality in our seasonal menus, striking design, impeccable service, and critical attention to detail. This woman-owned business, serving New York City for over 40 years, is renowned for event catering and food service at celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Apollo Theater, and others. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate its own organic farm, Katchkie Farm, located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, Great Performances consistently sets the pace for industry best practices. We are committed to the art of hospitality and seek food and beverage professionals who share our passion for customer service with a personable and positive attitude. Great hospitality relies upon skill and knowledge, but above all, a warm and welcoming demeanor.

Requirements

1 to 2 years of hospitality experience in a customer-facing position
1 year barista experience
Passion for food, beverage and hospitality
Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to describe menu items
Anticipates guest needs and derives satisfaction from providing excellent customer service
Professional demeanor and polished appearance with a warm and welcoming personality
Experience with restaurant POS systems, cash, and credit card handling is a plus
Strong work ethic, well organized, focused, attentive to detail, with a sense of urgency
Dependable and punctual
Enthusiastic, team player with a positive attitude
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, reach, bend, and stand throughout an 8-hour shift
Food Handler’s Certificate a plus

Nice To Haves

Experience with restaurant POS systems, cash, and credit card handling is a plus
Food Handler’s Certificate a plus

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service as a counter service attendant, cashier, and barista
Maintain the cleanliness of the cafe throughout the shift
Restock food and beverage items as directed by management
Perform opening and closing procedures
Follow NYC Department of Health regulations