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17 Aug 2026

Full-Time Head Barista | Cafe Lead

red hook kitchenette – Posted by rhk mktplc red hook, brooklyn

Job Description

Head Barista / Café Lead

We’re looking for a warm, dependable, and enthusiastic Head Barista / Café Lead to help create a welcoming experience for both our guests and our team. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves great coffee & artisanal foods, enjoys connecting with people, and takes pride in helping a café run smoothly from open to close.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee and beverages, seasonal and crafty food items and upscale retail as well as creating a friendly atmosphere, and making sure every customer feels genuinely cared for. You’ll help lead the daily café operations, support and encourage the barista team, and keep things organized, efficient, and enjoyable—even during the busiest moments.

You’ll play an important role in training new team members and coaching existing teams, maintaining excellent standards for drinks, service, cleanliness, and food safety, and helping the team work well together. You’ll also assist with inventory, ordering, opening and closing procedures, scheduling, and addressing any day-to-day needs that come up.

The ideal person is confident, kind, and calm under pressure. You have strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a natural ability to make people feel welcome. Previous barista or café leadership experience is required, but we’re equally interested in someone who is eager to learn, takes initiative, and genuinely enjoys being part of a community-focused café.

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to take on more responsibility while still being connected to the daily rhythm of the café. If you love coffee, local foods, hospitality, and creating meaningful customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply

Before applying please note that we are located in Red Hook, Brooklyn. This historic waterfront area is chock full of artists and creatives but public transportation is limited to 1 bus, the b61. Please map your commute to ensure it's manageable before reaching out. Send resumes to redhookkitchenette@gmail.com Looking forward to hearing from you!

Job Categories: Barista. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: barista, cafe, Catering, coffee, Events, leadership, retail, and sandwiches. Salaries: Hourly.

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