Bookstore Café Barista — Create Warm Moments for Readers

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. is seeking a Barista to join our busy café team in Indianapolis. You will greet customers, prepare beverages, and ensure the café presents itself invitingly while maintaining efficient service.

You will unpack deliveries, stock products, operate the POS system, and help with bookfloor support. Flexibility with shifts, reliability, and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Engage customers to connect readers with beverages and café items.
• Maintain café presentation and cleanliness.
• Handle registers and provide professional service.
• Unpack deliveries and stock bakery/dining area.
• Support bookfloor team and promotions while respecting FIFO and loss prevention.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and answer questions to connect readers with the right beverages and café items.
• Unpack deliveries and stock the bakery, beverages, and dining areas.
• Operate the register and provide fast, friendly service.
• Maintain attractive café presentation and cleanliness throughout shifts.
• Support stock reception, FIFO compliance, and loss prevention procedures.
• Assist in bookfloor support when needed and participate in promotions.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Cash handling

Merchandising

Inventory stocking

Tools

POS System

Inventory tracking

Job description

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. is seeking a Barista to join our busy café team in Indianapolis. You will greet customers, prepare beverages, and ensure the café presents itself invitingly while maintaining efficient service.

You will unpack deliveries, stock products, operate the POS system, and help with bookfloor support. Flexibility with shifts, reliability, and teamwork are essential for success.