Lead Barista: Train, Serve & Elevate Coffee Experience

Aramark; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring for a Barista Lead in New York. You will mentor Baristas, ensure quality beverages per brand standards, and manage cashier activity on a busy coffee bar. Role requires friendly service, training, and adherence to food-safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include preparing beverages, serving food items, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked bar. The position emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and strong English communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a successful barista required
• Requires basic math & counting skills
• Experience in a supervisory or related role preferred
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Must follow required dress code as assigned
• Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, specialty beverages per brand standards
• Prepares and serve food items in line with location standards
• Train and guide staff members in coffee and food preparation, customer service, cash handling, product knowledge and other processes and procedures
• May schedule and delegate work assignments to team and coordinate the completion of tasks for the location
• Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Count, organize and balance cash drawer, fill out the cashier slip and make deposits
• Adheres to Aramark’s cash handling policies and procedures
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar, stations or store including cleaning and sanitizing
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area
• Stock beverage coolers, grab and go items, service ware and condiments
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products

Skills

Barista experience

Math skills

Supervisory experience

Independent work

Job description

Aramark is hiring for a Barista Lead in New York. You will mentor Baristas, ensure quality beverages per brand standards, and manage cashier activity on a busy coffee bar. Role requires friendly service, training, and adherence to food-safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include preparing beverages, serving food items, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked bar. The position emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and strong English communication in a fast-paced environment.