Barista Lead: Elevate Coffee & Guest Experience

THIEVES; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thieves is seeking a Barista Lead to help steer service at their Broad Ripple location in Indianapolis. The role blends hands-on coffee and cocktail craft with team leadership, aiming to elevate the guest experience while maintaining high standards.

This position offers growth toward a larger leadership role, with opportunities to mentor staff and influence service flow. Shifts may include evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong barista experience including espresso drinks.
• Good judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to read people and situations.
• Lead by example with a calm, confident presence during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Lead service during shifts with speed, consistency and hospitality.
• Make quality coffee drinks and cocktails and ensure they are executed to standard.
• Set the tone for service, energy, and professionalism behind the bar.
• Support newer baristas, bartenders and staff during service.
• Assist with opening and closing duties.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, prep, and bar flow.
• Communicate inventory needs, service issues and team performance to management.
• Step into a shift lead role to keep the team on track during busy periods.
• Support the guest experience from bar top to floor.

Skills

Barista lead

Hospitality instinct

Leadership

Communication

Situational awareness

Reliability

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Thieves is seeking a Barista Lead to help steer service at their Broad Ripple location in Indianapolis. The role blends hands-on coffee and cocktail craft with team leadership, aiming to elevate the guest experience while maintaining high standards.

This position offers growth toward a larger leadership role, with opportunities to mentor staff and influence service flow. Shifts may include evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.