
Brunch Place Barista
Full-time📍 Metro, 721 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY💰 $15 – $16 / hourfood & beveragePosted Mar 5, 2026
Job Description
About the Role
As a Barista at Hungry Ghost, you will be the face of our coffee experience and a key player in our new brunch service. You’ll craft exceptional beverages while also contributing to our kitchen operations, ensuring that every guest enjoys both a perfect pour and a delicious meal. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-functional environment and enjoys the variety of working across both the coffee bar and the kitchen.
Focus
- Coffee Craft: Preparing high-quality espresso-based drinks, pour-overs, and specialty beverages to company standards.
- Kitchen Support: Assisting with brunch food preparation, plating dishes, and ensuring timely delivery of food orders.
- Guest Interaction: Providing exceptional service by greeting customers, taking orders accurately (for both food and coffee), and managing the flow of a busy brunch floor.
- Cleanliness & Safety: Maintaining a clean and organized workspace across the coffee bar, kitchen prep areas, and dining room.
- Operational Precision: Operating espresso machines, grinders, and kitchen equipment with care while adhering to food safety protocols.
- Team Collaboration: Working closely with both the front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure smooth operations during peak brunch hours.
Ideal Experiences
- Previous barista or customer service experience (required); prior experience in a kitchen or food-prep environment is a major plus.
- A passion for coffee culture and a genuine interest in culinary arts.
- Ability to multi-task effectively between beverage crafting and food preparation.
- Strong communication skills and a "team-first" attitude in a high-volume setting.
- Flexibility to work shifts including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.
Skills & Equipment
- Espresso machine and grinder operation
- Basic knife skills and food assembly
- POS system operation & Cash handling
- Advanced Food Safety knowledge
- Manual brewing techniques (Pour-overs, etc.)
Hourly Wage Range
$15 - $16 per hour + tips (approx. $10/hr)
Note: We are looking for versatile team members who are excited to help us launch and grow our new brunch concept!
Hungry Ghost Coffee is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.