Barista - 9W57 (Part-time)

Barista Position at Great Performances

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades Great Performances has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation's first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Barista who is passionate about hospitality and guest service. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality beverages, providing warm and attentive service, and supporting daily caf operations and catered functions. The ideal candidate anticipates guest needs and helps maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming caf environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide elevated, customer-first service with a warm and welcoming demeanor.
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively address questions or concerns.
• Maintain strong knowledge of coffee, tea, baked goods, and retail offerings to confidently describe menu items.

Beverage & Food Preparation

• Prepare high-quality, consistent coffee and tea-based beverages.
• Assemble food items as needed, ensuring quality, presentation, and adherence to standards.

Cafe Operations

• Handle cash and other forms of payment accurately and efficiently using POS systems.
• Maintain cleanliness of the caf throughout the shift, including service areas and equipment.
• Restock food and beverage items as directed by management.
• Perform opening and closing procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with managing, counting, and organizing caf inventory.

Qualifications

• 12 years of hospitality experience in a customer-facing role
• Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly describe menu items
• Professional demeanor and polished appearance
• Strong work ethic; well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to work with a sense of urgency
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude
• Experience with restaurant POS systems and cash/credit card handling
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., reach, bend, and stand for up to 8 hours per shift
• Food Handler's Certificate is a plus

Location: 9 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019

Schedule: Part-time, On-Site

Base salary: $23.00

Benefits: Paid and unpaid safe and sick hours

Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.