Experienced Lead Barista

RivaReno Gelato is an award-winning Italian gelato brand, celebrated for its rich, creamy texture and authentic flavors made from the finest ingredients. Recently named NYC’s #1 New Dessert Spot for 2025 by the Beli App , RivaReno brings a true taste of Italy to SoHo—now paired with a best-in-class specialty coffee program. Our Spring Street location is open, and we’re looking for passionate, skilled Barista to run our street-facing coffee window, serving espresso, cold brew, and specialty drinks using a sLa Marzocco KB90, Mahlkönig Grind-by-Sync grinder, and Oslo Coffee beans from the West Village . Location SoHo, NYC — Spring Street, New York, NY 10012 Pay $20–$25/hour + tips (Full-Time & Part-Time positions available) Your Role As a Barista , you will be the face of our coffee program—crafting high-quality espresso beverages, delivering warm, efficient service, and creating a seamless experience for our SoHo customers. This role blends technical coffee skill with hospitality and speed. Responsibilities Prepare high-quality espresso drinks, including lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, and cold brew Dial in espresso and maintain consistency throughout service Engage customers warmly, take orders efficiently, and handle transactions accurately Maintain cleanliness and daily upkeep of all coffee equipment and workstations Manage inventory and restocking of coffee-related supplies Upsell gelato, pastries, and seasonal offerings when appropriate Work collaboratively with the gelato and FOH teams during busy periods Qualifications Strong espresso fundamentals and ability to work with high-end equipment Ability to perform efficiently in a high-volume environment Excellent customer service and communication skills Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Passion for Italian culture, food, or language is a plus Competitive hourly pay plus tips Complimentary coffee and gelato during shifts Work with premium equipment and top-quality coffee Opportunities for growth as RivaReno expands in NYC Join an award-winning brand at an exciting growth stage #J-18808-Ljbffr RIVARENO Gelato