Lead Barista AM Shift

Nans Kitchen; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Job summary

A local cozy cafe in Southborough, MA is seeking an experienced Opening Lead Barista to create exceptional guest experiences. As a morning barista rockstar, you'll open the restaurant, manage takeout orders, and craft signature drinks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong barista experience, and is passionate about great service. Join a supportive team and enjoy benefits like free uniforms and growth opportunities. We want someone who brightens mornings with a smile and a fantastic latte.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced café environment.
• Ability to craft high-quality beverages.
• Skills in managing inventory and stock.

Responsibilities

• Open the restaurant and set the tone for the day.
• Take guest orders with warmth and efficiency.
• Manage and package takeout orders for pickup.
• Oversee coffee and tea inventory.

Skills

Strong barista experience

Top-notch hospitality

Detail-oriented multitasker

Ability to lead a busy shift

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Start the Day at Nan’s

Nan’s Kitchen is where scratch‑made comfort food meets warm hospitality—and that starts with you, our morning barista rockstar. We’re looking for an experienced and skilled Opening Lead Barista to join our front‑of‑house team and help us deliver incredible guest experiences, one handcrafted drink and perfectly packed order at a time.

If you love coffee, crave connection, and thrive in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven space, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

• Open the restaurant and set the tone for the day
• Take guest orders with warmth and efficiency
• Manage and package takeout orders for pickup
• Oversee coffee and tea inventory, ensuring everything is stocked and fresh
• Craft sauces and syrups for our signature scratch‑made drinks
• Put away incoming orders and stay on top of your side work
• Work side‑by‑side with a dedicated team to exceed guest expectations

You Are:

• A morning person with strong barista experience
• Obsessed with delivering top‑notch hospitality
• A detail‑oriented multitasker who thrives under pressure
• Comfortable opening shop and taking the lead on a busy shift
• Passionate about good food, great drinks, and being part of a team that supports the local community
• A people person who can brighten someone’s morning with a smile (and a killer oat milk latte)

Why Nan’s?

• Be part of a fast‑growing, values‑driven restaurant group
• Collaborate with a fun, hard‑working team that actually has each other’s backs
• Enjoy crafting beverages with high‑quality, locally sourced ingredients
• Opportunities for growth, creativity, and leadership
• Employee meals, team discounts, and more perks

If you’re ready to pour love into every cup and lead with positivity, we’d love to meet you.

Complete our short application today!