Lead Barista & Café Team Leader

Barnes & Noble; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 53,451,000 - 59,926,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off including paid Maternity

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Job summary

Barnes & Noble in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Lead Barista to guide the café team, maintain compelling product presentations, and ensure efficient daily operations with a welcoming, hands-on leadership style.

You will train staff, coach on customer service, manage inventory and display standards, and support the bookselling and café focus across shifts, while adhering to safety and loss-prevention procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and motivate cafe staff.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication.
• Reliable attendance and scheduling flexibility.
• Experience merchandising beverages and pastries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach cafe team to deliver high-quality drinks and service.
• Maintain attractive product displays and bakery case.
• Oversee shift operations and ensure smooth cafe flow.
• Support loss prevention, safety, and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Flexibility

Attendance reliability

Merchandising

Job description

Barnes & Noble in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Lead Barista to guide the café team, maintain compelling product presentations, and ensure efficient daily operations with a welcoming, hands-on leadership style.

You will train staff, coach on customer service, manage inventory and display standards, and support the bookselling and café focus across shifts, while adhering to safety and loss-prevention procedures.