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Barista
WSA Building
161 Water Street, New York, NY
WSA Building hiring Barista in New York, NY

WSA Building hiring Barista in New York, NY

Barista

WSA BuildingMore Info

161 Water Street, New York, NY
Full Time • Hourly ($18.00 - $20.00) plus tips
Expired: Nov 29, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details
Barista FiDi - Flavors Cafe

Job Description
FiDi - Experienced Barista Wanted: $33-35/Hour Total Earnings Potential!
Join the Elite Coffee Team at WSA - Where Hospitality Meets Innovation
Are you a seasoned barista who takes pride in crafting the perfect cup? We're seeking passionate coffee professionals to join our team at The Water Street Associates Building - a revolutionary 700,000 sq. ft. modern workspace where Fashion, Arts, Culture, and Technology converge.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
💰 Exceptional Earnings:
  • $18-20/hour base rate PLUS average tips of $15/hour
  • Total potential: $33-35/hour - because your expertise deserves premium compensation
🏢 Unique Environment: Work in a cutting-edge 31-floor building that's redefining the workspace experience, serving an exclusive community of creative professionals and innovators.
What You'll Do:
As a WSA Barista, you'll be the heartbeat of our café operation:
  • Craft Excellence: Prepare specialty coffee and matcha/tea beverages 
  • Create Connections: Provide warm, professional service to our diverse community of fashion designers, artists, tech innovators, and cultural leaders
  • Maintain Standards: Ensure every cup meets our quality standards while keeping your workspace pristine
  • Team Collaboration: Work alongside like-minded professionals who share your passion for hospitality
 
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
 MINIMUM 2 YEARS of barista experience working on manual espresso machines, in a fast-paced environment (this is firm - please only apply if you meet this requirement)
 NYC Food Safety Certification required (must be current and valid) 
What Makes You Perfect for This Role:
  • You thrive in high-energy environments and can juggle multiple orders with grace
  • Your customer service skills are exceptional - you genuinely enjoy creating memorable experiences and build rapport with your customers

  • A "just say yes" mentality

  • You're precise with recipes but creative with custom requests
  • You're a team player who's ready to roll up your sleeves when needed
  • You're available for varying shifts including weekends, and holidays; a minimum of 4 days a week
We Offer:
  • Strong promotion-from-within culture - grow your career with us
  • Excellent work-life balance: Business hours are as followed: Weekdays 8am-5pm, Weekends 9am-3pm only
  • $250 referral bonuses for bringing great talent to our team
  • The chance to be part of something bigger - a workspace revolution
About Happier People Management:
We believe in creating environments where both our team and guests thrive. Our small, dynamic team values can-do attitudes, respectful collaboration, and inclusive excellence.
Ready to Elevate Your Barista Career?
If you're an experienced professional ready to join a team that values your expertise and compensates accordingly, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and start earning what you're worth - $33-35/hour with our competitive base pay plus generous tips!
The base pay range for this position is $18.00-20.00 USD per hour, determined by experience, qualifications, and skills. Tips averaging $15/hour are additional to base compensation.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $20.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Potential Bonuses


Required Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Strong Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management Skills

Ability to Build Rapport With Customers

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Problem Solving Skills

Positive Attitude

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Willingness to learn and grow

Strong Work Ethic

Collaboration With Diverse Teams

Customer Focused Mindset

Ability to Handle Constructive Feedback

Passion for Coffee and Beverage Preparation

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Association

Part of Happier People Management

Operated and developed by Happier People Management, The Water Street Associates (WSA) Building is a modern workspace for the Fashion, Arts, Culture, and Technology industries. 700,000 sq. ft. of programming area, spread across 31 floors, will offer Health & Wellness, Dining, Retail, and the Arts intermixed with coworking spaces, offices, and a Members' community for a holistic experience. The WSA Building project will break down barriers between the public and the once-siloed office tower, expanding the cultural offerings of the neighborhood.

Happier creates exceptional experiences through radical hospitality and inspiring environments. We are building a community that inspires a sense of possibility. Happier creates teams and customer culture defined by trust, fun, and a vision of possibility.
The content and assortment of creative spaces will provide a launchpad for the next generation of creators, inventors, and world leaders. We operate Work Studios, Commercial Spaces, Members' Clubs, Event Spaces, Hotels, Restaurants, Spas, groceries, bodegas, etc.

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