Lead Barista: Café Leader & Growth Path

Barnes & Noble; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

BARNES & NOBLE in Omaha, NE is seeking a Lead Barista to guide the café team, maintain compelling product presentations, and ensure smooth operation of the cafe. This full-time role blends hands-on leadership with barista expertise in drink making, food prep, and service.

You will coach colleagues, manage scheduling, support loss prevention, and help deliver great customer experiences while upholding safety, hygiene, and standards across the store’s café and bookfloor.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cafe or retail teams.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to train and coach team members.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the café team to maintain compelling product presentations and oversee the efficient running of the café.
• Place food and beverage orders accurately and timely to keep the café in-stock at all times.
• Complete and submit accurate monthly inventory and waste logs.
• Coach the team in delivering effective food and beverage recommendations to customers.
• Lead the café’s focus on sales objectives, promotions, and memberships.
• Use café training tools to broaden team experience and ensure safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Coaching

Team communication

Tools

POS systems

Job description

BARNES & NOBLE in Omaha, NE is seeking a Lead Barista to guide the café team, maintain compelling product presentations, and ensure smooth operation of the cafe. This full-time role blends hands-on leadership with barista expertise in drink making, food prep, and service.

You will coach colleagues, manage scheduling, support loss prevention, and help deliver great customer experiences while upholding safety, hygiene, and standards across the store’s café and bookfloor.