Barista: Espresso Craft, Latte Art & Growth Path

Chris Baily; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee on shift

Consistent schedule

Small, respectful team

Job summary

Cafecito Social in Brooklyn seeks a friendly barista to pull espresso, steam milk, and keep the shop clean and fast. You will be the face of the café, so warmth and consistency matter as much as speed. Some shifts you will open the shop at 6:00 AM and run the morning on your own.

Greet guests, know the menu, operate Shopify POS, open/close using checklists, restock supplies, and follow health code standards. You will work Wed–Sun with a small, welcoming team and enjoy free coffee on shift.

Qualifications

• Six months or more on an espresso bar; we will train you on our menu.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Spanish language skills preferred or required by must have.
• Latte art a plus.
• Familiarity with Guatemalan or Central American coffee.

Responsibilities

• Pull espresso drinks and other beverages to Cafecito Social recipes.
• Greet guests warmly and provide consistent service during busy periods.
• Operate Shopify POS and handle cash/card payments accurately.
• Open or close the cafe using checklists, with cleaning and prep.
• Keep bar, seating, and back of house clean and stocked.
• Follow food safety and health code standards.
• Restock beans, cups, milk, and supplies; flag low inventory.

Skills

Espresso bar experience

Punctuality

Customer service

Spanish language

Food safety awareness

US work authorization

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

NYC Food Protection Certificate

Tools

Shopify POS

Job description

Cafecito Social in Brooklyn seeks a friendly barista to pull espresso, steam milk, and keep the shop clean and fast. You will be the face of the café, so warmth and consistency matter as much as speed. Some shifts you will open the shop at 6:00 AM and run the morning on your own.

Greet guests, know the menu, operate Shopify POS, open/close using checklists, restock supplies, and follow health code standards. You will work Wed–Sun with a small, welcoming team and enjoy free coffee on shift.