Lead Barista & Café Team Leader

Caraluzzi's Markets; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare; medical,  d

Supplemental insurance options

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Vacation time off

Paid sick time and paid holidays

Family oriented promote from within文化

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Caraluzzi's Markets in Connecticut seeks an experienced Lead Barista to oversee in-store café operations across Bethel, Wilton, Danbury, and Newtown. You will train and develop baristas, oversee daily café activities, enforce SOPs, and help introduce new drinks and menu items.

The role requires leadership, hands-on café supervision, and a passion for coffee and customer service. The Lead Barista will lead by example, maintain high quality, and ensure a welcoming café environment while

Qualifications

• Prior coffee shop and/or barista experience required.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong knowledge and passion for coffee, specialty beverages, and café service.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.
• Outgoing, engaging, and customer-oriented personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter who is motivated, dependable, and able to take initiative.
• Ability to train, coach, and motivate others.
• Ability to follow established programs and procedures while helping others do the same.
• Must be willing to travel between Caraluzzi's locations in Bethel, Wilton, Danbury, and Newtown as needed.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example by providing fast, friendly, and efficient customer service.
• Prepare specialty coffee drinks, beverages, coffee, and tea while maintaining consistent quality standards.
• Train and develop new and existing baristas on drink preparation, recipes, procedures, customer service, and café standards.
• Help oversee the daily operation of the café and provide direction and support to baristas.
• Reinforce and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, recipes, cleanliness standards, and food safety requirements.
• Motivate and encourage team members to follow established programs, procedures, and company directives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment.
• Assist with menu and recipe development, including helping bring new ideas from concept through development and implementation.
• Identify opportunities to improve café operations, customer experience, product quality, and efficiency.
• Be prepared to step in and produce drinks and assist with café operations during busy periods.
• Support staff development and help build a positive, productive team environment.
• Communicate effectively with management and café staff regarding operational needs and opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Barista experience

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Caraluzzi's Markets in Connecticut seeks an experienced Lead Barista to oversee in-store café operations across Bethel, Wilton, Danbury, and Newtown. You will train and develop baristas, oversee daily café activities, enforce SOPs, and help introduce new drinks and menu items.

The role requires leadership, hands-on café supervision, and a passion for coffee and customer service. The Lead Barista will lead by example, maintain high quality, and ensure a welcoming café environment while