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Barista Manager- Corporate Dining

 

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits 

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

The Barista Manager leads all café operations for a premier corporate client, delivering an elevated coffee experience that reflects exceptional quality, hospitality, and craftsmanship. This role is ideal for a seasoned barista leader with hands‑on experience operating manual espresso machines, a passion for specialty coffee, and the ability to train and inspire a high‑performing team in a polished corporate setting.
The Barista Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations from open to close, maintaining cost and quality standards, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience while exceeding sanitation and safety expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily café operations, ensuring consistent delivery of premium coffee beverages and service
  • Operate and oversee the use of manual / non‑automated espresso machines, maintaining equipment and beverage standards
  • Prepare and execute high‑quality espresso beverages; latte art experience, a plus.
  • Recruit, interview, hire, train, and coach baristas and supervisory staff
  • Develop team expertise in espresso extraction, milk texturing, beverage presentation, and customer engagement
  • Plan schedules, assign responsibilities, and direct workflow to meet service demands
  • Maintain established cost controls while upholding luxury‑level quality standards
  • Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and cleaning standards
  • Prepare and maintain daily volume and trend analysis reports
  • Plan, market, and execute café promotions and special corporate events
  • Participate in employee meetings, performance reviews, and professional development
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support café and client needs

Qualifications

  • Previous hands‑on barista experience required
  • Three to five years of upscale café or food service experience, including at least two years in a management or lead role
  • Strong leadership, training, scheduling, coaching, and team development skills
  • Operational knowledge of cash handling procedures and café equipment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

 

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Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

 

 

Req ID:  1521322

Restaurant Associates 

Leah Curry 

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Nearest Major Market: New York City
Job Segment: Coffee, Food Service, Hourly, Part Time, Teen, Hospitality

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