Art Studio Assistant

Elly's Arts & Crafts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Elly’s Arts & Crafts in Forest Hills, NY is seeking a friendly, creative college student to join as a part-time Art Studio Assistant & Barista. Learn hands-on in a creative studio and café, helping with art activities and customer service.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, keeping spaces welcoming, serving coffee, greeting customers, and supporting daily operations. Enrolled college student with interest in art or design is ideal; prior barista or studio experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in college.
• Art or design major preferred but not required.
• A genuine interest in art, design, crafts, or ceramics is required.
• Friendly, bright, dependable, and comfortable working with people.
• Barista, customer-service, art-studio, or ceramics experience is a plus.
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with art and craft activities.
• Prepare and organize art materials and studio spaces.
• Help maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
• Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages.
• Greet and assist customers with a positive attitude.
• Support general studio and café operations as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Barista

Art/design interest

Education

Currently enrolled in college

Job description

Elly’s Arts & Crafts is Hiring!

Elly’s Arts & Crafts is looking for a friendly, creative, and responsible college student to join us as a part-time Art Studio Assistant & Barista.

This position is a great fit for a student majoring in art or design, or someone who genuinely enjoys arts, crafts, and ceramics. It offers hands-on experience in both a creative studio and customer-service environment - ideal for someone who wants to build practical experience for a future creative career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with art and craft activities
• Prepare and organize art materials and studio spaces
• Help maintain a clean and welcoming environment
• Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages
• Greet and assist customers with a positive attitude
• Support general studio and café operations as needed

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in college
• Art or design major preferred, but not required
• A genuine interest in art, design, crafts, or ceramics is required
• Friendly, bright, dependable, and comfortable working with people
• Barista, customer-service, art-studio, or ceramics experience is a plus
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team

Schedule

We are currently looking for availability during one of the following schedules:

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Flexible scheduling may be available around your college classes

Studio Benefit

Depending on the studio schedule and availability, there may also be opportunities to work on your own ceramic projects. This is a good position for a student who wants to learn, gain practical experience, and grow in a creative environment.

Location: Forest Hills, NY

Pay: $17-$20 per hour