Barista & Café Specialist - Flexible Hours, Benefits

Barnes & Noble, Inc.; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Sick pay

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Parental leave

Company holidays

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

Transit benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Barnes & Noble is a bookstore that serves as a community gathering place. As a Barista, you join the café team to greet customers, suggest beverages, and ensure a smooth, welcoming experience. You will also assist with stocking, merchandising, and maintaining the café area.

You will be part of a busy team, receiving training to proficiently handle registers, stock deliveries, and cafe operations while upholding the store’s high standards for service and presentation.

Qualifications

• Maintain reliable and punctual attendance for scheduled shifts.
• Open from early mornings to late evenings every day, including weekends and most holidays.
• Maintain a positive and willing approach to work, with energy and reliability.
• Be supportive and kind to colleagues and help others in the team.
• Always cheerful with customers and go the extra mile to help them.
• Show aptitude and willingness to learn new skills in the store.
• Enjoy being a barista and contribute to the team.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and stock deliveries and tidy the bakes case and dining area.
• Operate registers quickly and professionally to serve customers.
• Support the bookfloor team when needed and assist with cafe operations.
• Maintain cafe cleanliness and follow daily/weekly cleaning tasks.
• Follow FIFO practices and date products accurately.
• Assist with stock, merchandising, and cafe presentation.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Flexibility

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Friendly to customers

Job description

Barnes & Noble is a bookstore that serves as a community gathering place. As a Barista, you join the café team to greet customers, suggest beverages, and ensure a smooth, welcoming experience. You will also assist with stocking, merchandising, and maintaining the café area.

You will be part of a busy team, receiving training to proficiently handle registers, stock deliveries, and cafe operations while upholding the store’s high standards for service and presentation.