What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barista - Food Service Crew position at Uncommon Grounds?
Make the best coffee and bagels in Albany! Base pay $16.00/hr tips (avg $2.50/hr). Join a local team that promotes 100% from within. No experience required.
- Job Title: Barista & Sandwich Maker - Uncommon Grounds - Albany, NY
- Company: Uncommon Grounds Coffee & Bagels
- Location: Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western Ave Suite 9-11, Albany, NY 12203
- Pay: Base $16.00/hr up to $18.50/hr (Includes tips up to ~$2.50/hr)
- Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
- Shifts: Flexible schedules available
The Hook We don't just serve coffee; we roast it. At Uncommon Grounds, quality is the obsession. From our house-roasted beans to our scratch-made bagels, we are a staple of the Capital Region. But we know great products don't mean much without great people. We are looking for team members who want to learn the craft and grow with us. In fact, 100% of our management team started right where you are—behind the counter. If you want a job where your effort is noticed and your growth is prioritized, this is it.
What You'll Do
- Craft Quality Drinks: Prepare espresso drinks, coffees, and teas to our specific brand standards.
- Food Preparation: Assemble bagels and sandwiches with fresh ingredients, maintaining speed and accuracy.
- Guest Experience: engaging with customers, taking orders, and ensuring every guest leaves happier than they arrived.
- Maintain the Shop: Keep the cafe, counters, and dining areas clean and stocked.
- Learn & Adapt: Complete ongoing training and certifications to level up your skills.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Total Earnings: Starting base of $16.00/hr plus tips (adds approx. $2.50/hr to your pay).
- Real Growth: We are serious about advancement. Every single manager was promoted from within.
- Culture: A busy, high-performance environment where teamwork actually happens.
- Feedback: Regular management and peer reviews to help you improve and earn more.
What You Need
- Attitude: We can teach you to make a latte; we can't teach you to be kind. A "guest first" mentality is non-negotiable.
- Reliability: You show up on time, ready to work.
- Availability: Flexible schedule required to meet the needs of the cafe.
- Logistics: Must have access to reliable transportation.
- Age: Must be 18 years or older (due to equipment usage regulations).
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience is great, but not required. We are happy to train the right person.
This Job Is:
- Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
- Open to applicants who do not have a previous job experience
Apply today to join the team at Stuyvesant Plaza!
How to Apply: Apply via this posting.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at tiya@interviewy.com. Uncommon Grounds is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Barista: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19