Barista

About Buddy Buddy
Buddy Buddy is passionate about delivering exceptional coffee and showcasing the creativity of our handmade organic nut butters. Founded in 2020, we’ve grown from our flagship cafés in Paris and Brussels to bring our world-first nut-butter coffee bar to New York City. We roast our own beans, craft every nut butter, and approach each drink with care—from nut to cup. As a certified B Corp, we value sustainability, quality, and community, and we’re excited to welcome baristas who share our love for both coffee and bold flavors.

The Role We are seeking Full-Time (≈38–40 hrs/week) and Part-Time (≈24–30 hrs/week) Baristas who are enthusiastic about specialty coffee and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You’ll prepare high-quality beverages, provide excellent customer service, and maintain a safe and compliant workplace. This position complies with New York City and State labor laws, including minimum wage, paid sick leave, required rest periods, and workplace-safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso, filter coffee, matcha, and Buddy Buddy signature nut-butter drinks to the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• Provide warm, professional, and inclusive hospitality to every guest, ensuring an excellent customer experience from order to pickup.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, following NYC Department of Health regulations.
• Operate the POS system accurately and process transactions responsibly.
• Replenish supplies and ingredients throughout service to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and workplace-safety procedures, including strict nut-allergy management protocols.
• Lead opening and closing duties—including inventory checks, equipment cleaning, and restocking—while setting the tone for service and upholding Buddy Buddy standards throughout each shift.
• Participate in training sessions, cupping events, and advanced coffee education to continually develop skills and stay current with the New York City specialty-coffee scene.
• Demonstrate confident latte art (hearts, tulips, rosettas); a latte-art test is part of the hiring process.
• Support team members with light physical tasks such as moving boxes, receiving deliveries, and organizing stock.
• Act as a shift leader behind the bar, coordinating with café hosts and kitchen staff, ensuring smooth communication between front and back of house. About You
• 1 year of barista experience in specialty coffee or high-volume cafés.
• Passion for coffee, hospitality, and providing exceptional guest experiences.
• Professional, reliable, and a strong team player eager to keep learning.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $20.00 per hour, plus pooled tips.
• Buddy Buddy contributes 50% toward the premium of the company-selected employee-only medical plan for full-time employees after a standard probationary period (approximately 2 months). Dependents’ coverage may be available at the employee’s cost.
• Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per NY State law.
• Paid Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Complimentary drinks during shifts and employee discounts.
• Commuter benefits for full-time employees.
• Career development opportunities, including advanced barista training and leadership pathways.
• A safe, inclusive, and EEO-compliant work environment.

Schedule & Location

• Job Types: Full-Time (≈38–40 hrs/week) and Part-Time (≈24–30 hrs/week).
• Typical schedules offer either short shifts—Morning 6:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Midday 1:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., or Evening 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.—or long shifts of about eight hours with a 30-minute unpaid break, such as 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
• Location: Buddy Buddy NoHo, Manhattan, NY.
• Schedules will be posted at least 72 hours in advance (minimum required by NYC Fair Workweek Law), and we aim to give additional notice whenever possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer Buddy Buddy complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including the NYC Human Rights Law, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Submit your resume and a brief note about your coffee and hospitality experience to dominik@buddybuddy.co . Please include your availability and whether you are applying for a Full-Time or Part-Time position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20