Lead BaristaPosition Summary
The Lead Barista is responsible for the daily front-of-house operation. This role leads the barista team by maintaining service standards, ordering inventory, building schedules, training new employees, and ensuring communication between the kitchen and ownership. The Lead Barista sets the tone for hospitality, cleanliness, and consistency every shift.
ResponsibilitiesLeadership
- Lead every shift with professionalism and urgency.
- Coach and train baristas through hands-on feedback.
- Maintain a positive, accountable team culture.
- Hold the front-of-house team to service standards.
Operations
- Build and maintain weekly schedules.
- Place weekly FOH supply and coffee orders.
- Monitor inventory and minimize waste.
- Communicate daily needs with the Lead Kitchen and Owner.
- Ensure all opening and closing duties are completed.
- Maintain labor goals during service.
Guest Experience
- Ensure every guest is welcomed promptly.
- Resolve guest concerns professionally.
- Maintain quality standards for every drink served.
Administrative
- Complete shift notes for ownership.
- Report maintenance issues immediately.
- Assist with hiring interviews when needed.
Training Responsibilities
- Train all new baristas.
- Complete knowledge checks.
- Maintain training manuals and SOPs.
- Cross-train team members as needed.
Success Looks Like
- Clean café
- Organized team
- Accurate ordering
- Strong communication
- Fast ticket times
- Happy guests
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
