Counter Server/Barista [Seasonal]

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Join Bread Alone Bakery in Rhinebeck, NY as a SEASONAL Full-Time Counter Server / Barista. Serve coffee, pastries & meals with great pay, tips, benefits & employee ownership.

At Bread Alone, our cafes are lively spaces where community matters and good food bring people together. We're looking for a friendly, dependable Counter Server / Barista to join our cafe crew.

As a Counter Server, you'll be the heart of our Rhinebeck location, serving fresh-baked pastries, organic breads, coffee and specialty drinks, and our breakfast and lunch menu while creating the kind of warm and positive experience that keeps our community coming back!

What makes a great counter server

• You're naturally friendly, with a love for customer service
• You care about quality and take pride in what you do
• You thrive in a team and enjoy collaboration
• You stay calm and steady when things get busy
• You're reliable, punctual and show up when your team needs you
• You communicate clearly with guests and coworkers

What you’ll do

• Serve coffee, pastries, bread and meals with genuine hospitality
• Help guests discover new favorites from our menu, counter, and grab and go
• Prepare beverages to quality standards (simple drip coffee to specialty drinks)
• Handle orders and payments smoothly through our POS system
• Keep the counter and service area clean, organized, and welcoming
• Be a calm, steady presence, even during busy shifts (It gets really busy!)
• Follow and uphold all applicable Bread Alone cleanliness and food safety standards
• Work with the team on daily tasks like restocking and cleaning and deep cleaning.

What We’re Looking For

• No experience necessary, but it’s preferred. Enthusiasm and a willingness and ability to learn quickly are most important
• You value and are comfortable in a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Comfortable being active and on your feet during shifts
• Ability to lift cafe supplies up to 50 lbs and work safely around equipment
• Commitment to maintaining excellent personal hygiene and food safety standards
• Willing to follow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices which includes but are not limited to: Removing any visible or exposed piercings and body jewelry, personal accessories, false nails & refraining from heavy makeup at work
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• You take responsibility for your own safety and contribute to a safe environment for others
• Flexibility to work a weekend schedule with an expectation to work consistently throughout the year which will include holidays and weekends

We Offer

• Company-Wide, Rewarding Success Together: We believe in sharing success with our team. Our bonus program is designed to recognize and reward your contributions— the longer you're with us, the greater your potential earnings. As we grow, so do your opportunities to benefit.
• Ongoing Growth & Recognition: Your development matters to us. We provide regular check-ins and feedback to support your success—starting with dedicated evaluations at 30 and 90 days for new hires, followed by annual reviews for merit-based growth. Our goal is to help you thrive and be rewarded for your contributions.
• Invest in Your Future: We’re committed to helping you build long-term financial security. After just six months, you’ll be eligible for our 401(k) program with a generous employer match of up to 4%—because your future matters as much as your present success.
• Prioritizing Your Work-Life Balance: Your time matters—both at work and beyond. Our progressive PTO plan rewards your commitment: 80 hours after year one and 120 hours after year two! The longer you're with us, the more time you’ll have to recharge and enjoy what matters most.
• Comprehensive Healthcare through CDPHP
• Dental Coverage with Delta Dental
• Free Vision & Life Insurance —fully covered for all employees
• Invest in Your Future with $2,000 in annual education reimbursement

Bread Alone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. We will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, provided that such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the company.