Barista — Bookstore Café Pro with Flexible Scheduling

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off including Maternity/Parn

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. is seeking a Barista to greet customers, prepare beverages and cafe items, and help keep the cafe area welcoming and well-presented.

You will work as part of a fast-paced team, handling registers, stocking deliveries, and ensuring efficient, friendly service across shifts. They emphasize strong behaviors: punctuality, flexibility with scheduling, positivity, and willingness to learn new skills.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing barista experience or aptitude preferred.
• Able to handle busy cafe environment with a friendly, professional attitude.
• Strong communication with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Operate registers and manage payments to serve customers quickly.
• Stock and unpack deliveries, maintain cafe presentation and cleanliness.
• Assist with beverage and food preparation following guides and standards.
• Support FIFO practices and ensure accurate dating and rotation of products.
• Help the bookfloor team as needed and uphold loss prevention practices.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Team player

Willingness to learn

Friendly demeanor

Job description

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. is seeking a Barista to greet customers, prepare beverages and cafe items, and help keep the cafe area welcoming and well-presented.

You will work as part of a fast-paced team, handling registers, stocking deliveries, and ensuring efficient, friendly service across shifts. They emphasize strong behaviors: punctuality, flexibility with scheduling, positivity, and willingness to learn new skills.