Bookstore Café Barista — Friendly Service + Flexible Hours

Barnes & Noble, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Health Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Transit benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Barnes & Noble, Inc. Sterling, VA is seeking a friendly Barista to join our Café team. You will greet customers, suggest beverages, and keep the café clean while assisting with stock deliveries and operating the register.

This role requires reliability and a positive, customer-focused attitude, with training that leads toward Senior Barista. An hourly wage starts at $15.00, with benefits for eligible schedules.

Qualifications

• Welcoming customers and providing friendly, efficient service.
• Maintaining café presentation, cleaning, and stock control.
• Handling cash and operating registers accurately.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and connect readers with beverages and café items.
• Unpack deliveries, stock bake case, and tidy dining area.
• Operate the cash register and assist with daily café duties.
• Support bookfloor team and ensure FIFO and product dating practices.
• Maintain café cleanliness and presentation throughout shift.
• Assist with loss-prevention and safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Barnes & Noble, Inc. Sterling, VA is seeking a friendly Barista to join our Café team. You will greet customers, suggest beverages, and keep the café clean while assisting with stock deliveries and operating the register.

This role requires reliability and a positive, customer-focused attitude, with training that leads toward Senior Barista. An hourly wage starts at $15.00, with benefits for eligible schedules.