Storefront Associate (Barista/Cashier/Fresh Bread) - East Hanover

85C Bakery Cafe; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during scheduled shifts

Employee discount (20%) while off duty

Employee referral bonus program

Accelerated career advancement

Comprehensive training and development

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

85°C Bakery Cafe in East Hanover, NJ is seeking entry-level team members for flexible full-time/part-time roles. You will deliver friendly service, greet guests, and handle product selection while operating the POS and preparing beverages.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and a positive guest experience. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, some customer service experience, and be willing to obtain ServSafe if required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous retail, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to speak and understand conversational English.
• Availability to work at least 20 hours per week.
• Weekend and holiday availability strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification where required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, fast, and memorable customer service.
• Greet guests and assist with product selection.
• Operate the POS system accurately.
• Prepare coffee, tea, and specialty beverages.
• Assist with bread merchandising and product presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, food-safe work environment.
• Collaborate with teammates and store leadership.
• Follow all company policies and Health Department regulations.
• Cross-train in cashier, bar, bread, and cake areas.
• Arrive on time and ready to work scheduled shifts.
• Have fun while delivering an exceptional guest experience!

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Multitasking

Positive attitude

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: East Hanover NJ - EAST HANOVER, NJ 07936Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $16.50 - $16.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Entry LevelWeekend Availability Required

If you're looking for more than just a job, 85°C Bakery Cafe offers the opportunity to build a career with a company that continues to grow across the United States and around the world.

At 85°C, we're passionate about delivering fresh, high-quality breads, handcrafted pastries, beautiful cakes, and specialty beverages to our customers every day. Behind every product is a dedicated team that takes pride in quality, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.

Why Join 85°C Bakery Cafe?

• Free meal during scheduled shifts
• 20% employee discount while off duty
• Employee referral bonus program
• Accelerated career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive training and development
• Fun, supportive, and team-oriented work environment

What You'll Do

• Delivering friendly, fast, and memorable customer service.
• Greeting guests and assisting with product selection.
• Operating the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately.
• Preparing coffee, tea, and specialty beverages.
• Assisting with bread merchandising and product presentation.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment.
• Working collaboratively with your teammates and store leadership.
• Following all company policies and Health Department regulations.
• Cross-training in multiple areas, including:
  • Cashier (POS)
  • Bar
  • Bread
  • Cake
• Arriving on time and ready to work each scheduled shift.
• Having fun while delivering an exceptional guest experience!

QualificationsQualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous retail, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to speak and understand conversational English.
• Availability to work at least 20 hours per week.
• Weekend and holiday availability is strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification (where required).

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Repetitive hand movements.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Working in varying temperatures, including coolers and freezers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.