Shift Lead - Financial District (Spruce St)

Pho Prime, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Coffee is seeking a Shift Lead for the Financial District location at 8 Spruce Street, New York, NY 10038. The role supports the Coffee Shop Lead and guides baristas and cashiers through busy shifts, ensuring consistency and a welcoming experience.

You will uphold Birch Coffee standards, train new teammates using SOPs, and lead by example during opening and closing duties, fostering smooth transitions and great beverages.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cafe or coffee shop leadership role.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to open or close the store.

Responsibilities

• Ensure drinks, food, and service meet Birch Coffee standards.
• Coach and mentor team members to deliver quality beverages.
• Open and close the store and manage shift transitions.
• Maintain product knowledge and allergen information.
• Communicate updates to the team clearly.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team coaching

Job description

Shift Lead - Financial District (Spruce St)

Address 8 Spruce Street, New York, NY, 10038, US

Compensation $17.00/hour

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

As a Shift Lead, you’ll play a key role in maintaining quality, consistency, and team energy during your shifts. You’re the right hand to the Coffee Shop Lead and the go-to support for baristas and cashiers. You lead by example, keep standards high, and make sure every shift runs like a well-pulled espresso shot—smooth, balanced, and full of good flavor.

This is a great step-up role for baristas looking to take on more leadership and responsibility in a fast-paced, coffee-loving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Control

Ensure drinks, food, and customer service consistently meet Birch Coffee’s standards.

Coach and support team members to deliver top-tier beverages and experiences.

Regularly taste and evaluate drinks for quality and consistency.

Leadership by Example

Demonstrate expert barista skills and warm, welcoming customer service.

Uphold company protocols (punctuality, dress code, service, etc.).

Confidently open or close the store and guide the team through smooth transitions.

Train and mentor new team members using company SOPs.

Product Knowledge

Understand coffee offerings, roasting dates, and storage best practices.

Stay informed about food offerings and communicate allergen/ingredient info clearly.

Maintain “First In, First Out” systems to reduce waste and ensure freshness.

Communication

Share updates on promos, products, or procedures with the team clearly and consistently.

Offer kind, honest, and effective feedback to elevate team performance.

Collaborate with your Coffee Shop Lead to ensure everyone is in the loop.

What We’re Looking For:

A passionate coffee lover who enjoys sharing knowledge and uplifting others.

A team player and leader who leads with professionalism and warmth.

An effective communicator who knows how to give feedback that’s both kind and clear.

A reliable presence on shift—someone your team can count on.

Excited to grow into greater leadership opportunities within Birch Coffee.