Barista & Café Experience Specialist

Barnes & Noble, Inc.; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

EAP

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off including paid Maternity

Company Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical

Dental and Vision

Job summary

Barnes & Noble, Gilroy is seeking a part-time Barista to join our busy café team. You will greet customers, help them find beverages and cafe items, and ensure fast, friendly service while maintaining a clean, well‑stocked environment.

Responsibilities include unpacking deliveries, stocking items, operating the register, and supporting the bookfloor team as needed. This role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a dynamic bookstore setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate reliable attendance for scheduled shifts.
• Be flexible with scheduling, including weekends/holidays.
• Maintain a cheerful, helpful approach with customers.
• Support team members and foster a positive store environment.
• Develop barista skills and product knowledge over time.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and connect them with beverages and café items.
• Unpack deliveries and stock bakery and café items.
• Operate registers quickly and professionally.
• Maintain café presentation and cleanliness.
• Follow FIFO and proper dating of products.
• Assist bookfloor team when needed.

Skills

Attendance & punctuality

Flexibility

Customer service

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Cheerful demeanor

Barista enthusiasm

Tools

POS system

Registers

Job description

Barnes & Noble, Gilroy is seeking a part-time Barista to join our busy café team. You will greet customers, help them find beverages and cafe items, and ensure fast, friendly service while maintaining a clean, well‑stocked environment.

Responsibilities include unpacking deliveries, stocking items, operating the register, and supporting the bookfloor team as needed. This role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a dynamic bookstore setting.