Bookstore Café Barista - Flexible Hours & Great Team

Barnes & Noble; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

EAP

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off

Maternity and Parental Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Health Benefits

Job summary

Barnes & Noble is seeking a part-time Barista to join our cafe team in Hamilton, NJ. You will greet customers, take orders, operate the cash register, stock deliveries, and maintain a clean, inviting café area. The role requires reliability and a positive, helpful attitude toward customers and staff.

You will help with beverage and food preparation, support promotions, and assist the bookfloor team as needed. This position offers varied hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Reliability and punctual attendance for scheduled shifts.
• Flexibility to fill scheduling gaps across early mornings to late evenings.
• Positive and willing attitude; perform tasks with energy and purpose.
• Supportive and considerate of colleagues; help others in the team.
• Cheerful attitude with customers; provide great service.
• Willingness to learn new skills and knowledge in the store.

Responsibilities

• Operate registers and run a cash register quickly and reliably.
• Unpack and stock deliveries; tidy the bakes case and dining area.
• Maintain café presentation and cleanliness; ensure attractive display.
• Support the bookfloor team when needed.
• Follow FIFO and inventory dating practices.
• Assist with café promotions and customer recommendations.

Skills

Punctuality

Flexibility

Teamwork

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Cheerful demeanor

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Barnes & Noble is seeking a part-time Barista to join our cafe team in Hamilton, NJ. You will greet customers, take orders, operate the cash register, stock deliveries, and maintain a clean, inviting café area. The role requires reliability and a positive, helpful attitude toward customers and staff.

You will help with beverage and food preparation, support promotions, and assist the bookfloor team as needed. This position offers varied hours including weekends and holidays.