Barista

The Barista will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee, espresso-based beverages, Turkish coffee, tea, iced beverages, and other drinks , while also supporting the bakery and café team wherever needed during daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso drinks, brewed coffee, Turkish coffee, tea, iced beverages, and specialty drinks

• Maintain consistent beverage quality, presentation, and portion standards

• Provide warm and professional customer service

• Take beverage and food orders accurately when needed

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked coffee and tea station

• Monitor milk, coffee, tea, cups, syrups, and other beverage inventory

• Replenish bakery displays, beverage refrigerators, and service areas as needed

• Keep equipment, counters, sinks, and work areas clean and sanitized

• Follow proper opening and closing procedures for the beverage station

• Assist with cashier duties during busy periods

• Help run food and beverages to tables when needed

• Assist with bussing, table resetting, packaging takeout orders, and restocking

• Support front-of-house and other café operations as needed

• Communicate product and supply needs to management

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace standards

Qualifications

• Previous barista, café, bakery, or restaurant experience preferred

• Knowledge of espresso preparation, milk steaming, coffee, and tea service

• Turkish coffee experience is a plus

• Strong customer-service and communication skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Reliable, punctual, organized, and team-oriented

• Willing to assist in other areas of the bakery and café when needed

• Able to stand for extended periods

• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys coffee and hospitality, takes pride in quality and presentation, and understands that a successful café operates as one team. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between the beverage station and other front-of-house duties when business needs require it.

About Taskin Bakery

Taskin Bakery was founded in New Jersey in 1997 and is known for its bakery products, Turkish flavors, and hospitality. Our New York City location brings that tradition to Midtown Manhattan, directly across from the United Nations.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and include your availability, previous barista or café experience, and preferred weekly schedule.