Experienced Lead Barista

RIVARENO Gelato; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary coffee during shifts

Gelato discounts

Job summary

RivaReno Gelato, an award-winning Italian gelato brand, is seeking a Barista for our SoHo street-window operation. You will craft high-quality espresso beverages using premium equipment, deliver warm, efficient service, and create a seamless experience for NYC customers.

Join a growing brand at an exciting expansion stage, with competitive hourly pay plus tips and complimentary coffee and gelato during shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong espresso fundamentals and ability to work with high-end equipment.
• Ability to perform efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for Italian culture, food, or language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality espresso drinks, including lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, and cold brew
• Dial in espresso and maintain consistency throughout service
• Engage customers warmly, take orders efficiently, and handle transactions accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and daily upkeep of all coffee equipment and workstations
• Manage inventory and restocking of coffee-related supplies
• Upsell gelato, pastries, and seasonal offerings when appropriate
• Work collaboratively with the gelato and FOH teams during busy periods

Skills

Strong espresso fundamentals

High-volume environment

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility

Tools

sLa Marzocco KB90

Mahlkönig Grind-by-Sync

Espresso equipment knowledge

Job description

RivaReno Gelato is an award-winning Italian gelato brand, celebrated for its rich, creamy texture and authentic flavors made from the finest ingredients. Recently named NYC’s #1 New Dessert Spot for 2025 by the Beli App, RivaReno brings a true taste of Italy to SoHo—now paired with a best-in-class specialty coffee program.

Our Spring Street location is open, and we’re looking for passionate, skilled Baristato run our street-facing coffee window, serving espresso, cold brew, and specialty drinks using a sLa Marzocco KB90, Mahlkönig Grind-by-Sync grinder, and Oslo Coffee beans from the West Village.

Location

SoHo, NYC — Spring Street, New York, NY 10012

Pay

$20–$25/hour + tips
(Full-Time & Part-Time positions available)

Your Role

As a Barista, you will be the face of our coffee program—crafting high-quality espresso beverages, delivering warm, efficient service, and creating a seamless experience for our SoHo customers. This role blends technical coffee skill with hospitality and speed.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality espresso drinks, including lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, and cold brew

Dial in espresso and maintain consistency throughout service

Engage customers warmly, take orders efficiently, and handle transactions accurately

Maintain cleanliness and daily upkeep of all coffee equipment and workstations

Manage inventory and restocking of coffee-related supplies

Upsell gelato, pastries, and seasonal offerings when appropriate

Work collaboratively with the gelato and FOH teams during busy periods

Qualifications

Strong espresso fundamentals and ability to work with high-end equipment

Ability to perform efficiently in a high-volume environment

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Passion for Italian culture, food, or language is a plus

Competitive hourly pay plus tips

Complimentary coffee and gelato during shifts

Work with premium equipment and top-quality coffee

Opportunities for growth as RivaReno expands in NYC

Join an award-winning brand at an exciting growth stage