Barista

Job Summary
We’re looking for an experienced barista who genuinely loves the craft — someone who takes pride in great coffee, smooth service, and creating moments that make people feel at home. In this role, you’ll prepare high-quality drinks, help guests feel welcome, and support the team in keeping the café running smoothly. You’ll be part of the crew building a new neighborhood staple in East Meadow.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and serve high-quality espresso drinks, teas, and seasonal beverages with consistency, care, and proper technique.
• Deliver warm, attentive customer service — take orders accurately, build relationships, and resolve basic questions or concerns.
• Operate our POS system (Square) quickly and accurately during rushes.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and café area — wiping, restocking, keeping pastry displays neat, and following food-safety standards.
• Restock beans, milk, pastries, and supplies throughout the day to keep service flowing.
• Work closely with the baking team to ensure pastries are displayed properly and stay fresh.
• Follow recipes, drink standards, and café procedures to maintain consistency.
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive, cooperative work environment.

Basic qualifications

• Previous barista experience required (specialty coffee strongly preferred).
• Ability to steam milk, pull consistent espresso shots, and work confidently behind the bar without full training from scratch.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work efficiently during busy periods.
• Excellent communication skills with both guests and coworkers.
• Comfortable learning our recipes and maintaining quality across drinks.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in a café, restaurant, or customer-facing environment.
• Familiarity with Square POS or similar systems.
• Basic knowledge of food-safety standards.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and be a consistent part of the team.

About us
small batch coffee is a new, family-owned coffee shop + bakery in East Meadow built on one idea: everything tastes better when it’s made from scratch. We hand-pull our espresso, bake fresh every morning, and create a space that feels like your neighborhood spot from day one.

Everyone on our team contributes to that experience — whether they’re behind the bar, in the bakery, or welcoming guests up front. We value reliability, teamwork, and pride in the craft.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Experience:

• Barista: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person