Storefront Associate (Barista/Cashier/Fresh Bread) - Flushing, NY

85C Bakery Cafe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Employee discount 20%

Referral bonus program

Career advancement opportunities

Training and development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

85°C Bakery Cafe is hiring a Storefront Associate for the Flushing, NY location. This entry-level role offers part-time or full-time schedules with a competitive hourly wage of $17.50–$18.00 and weekend availability.

You will deliver exceptional service, assist customers, manage POS transactions, and support beverage and bread presentation. We value teamwork, quality, and growth, with benefits like employee meals, discounts, and training opportunities as the company expands across the United

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 ServSafe Food Handler Certification where required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, fast, and memorable customer service.
• Greeting guests and assisting with product selection.
• Operating the 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 teammates and store leadership.
• Following all company policies and Health Department regulations.
• Cross-training in multiple areas: Cashier, Bar, Bread, Cake.
• Arriving on time and ready to work each scheduled shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Flushing NY - FLUSHING, NY 11354Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $17.50 - $18.00 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?

We believe in promoting from within and providing opportunities for long-term career growth. Team members enjoy:

• 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

At 85°C Bakery Cafe, every loaf is crafted with care—and every team member plays a vital role in our success.

What You'll Do

As a Storefront Associate, you'll play an important role in creating an outstanding customer experience every day by:

• 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!

Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who have:

• 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

This position requires frequent physical activity, including:

• 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.