Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
— Prepare espresso, filter coffee, matcha, and BUDDY BUDDY signature nut butter drinks to the highest standards of quality and consistency.
— Provide warm and professional hospitality to every guest, ensuring an excellent customer experience from order to pickup.
— Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, following NYC Department of Health regulations.
— Operate the POS system accurately and process transactions responsibly.
— Replenish supplies and ingredients throughout service to ensure smooth operations.
— Follow proper food handling, storage, and workplace safety procedures, including strict nut-allergy management protocols.
— Lead opening and closing duties, including inventory checks, equipment cleaning, and restocking, while setting the tone for service and upholding BUDDY BUDDY standards throughout each shift.
— Participate in training sessions, cupping events, and advanced coffee education to continually develop skills and stay current with the New York City specialty coffee scene.
— Demonstrate confident latte art (hearts, tulips, rosettas). A latte art test is part of the hiring process.
— Support team members with light physical tasks such as moving boxes, receiving deliveries, and organizing stock.
— Act as a shift leader behind the bar, coordinating with café hosts and kitchen staff and ensuring smooth communication between front and back of house.
ABOUT YOU
— 1+ year of barista experience in specialty coffee or high-volume cafés.
— Passion for coffee, hospitality, and providing exceptional guest experiences.
— Professional, reliable, and a strong team player eager to keep learning.
— Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
— Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
— Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
— Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the United States.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
— Pay: $20.00/hour, plus pooled tips.
— BUDDY BUDDY contributes 50% toward the premium of the company-selected employee-only medical plan for full-time employees after a standard probationary period (approximately 2 months). Dependents’ coverage may be available at the employee’s cost.
— Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per NY State law.
— Paid sick leave: Earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
— Complimentary drinks during shifts and employee discounts.
— Commuter benefits for full-time employees.
— Career development opportunities, including advanced barista training and leadership pathways.
— A safe and EEO-compliant work environment.
SCHEDULE
— Typical schedules offer either short shifts or long shifts of about eight hours with a 30-minute unpaid break.— Schedules will be posted at least 72 hours in advance, and we aim to give additional notice whenever possible.
LOCATION
BUDDY BUDDY NoHo, Manhattan, NY
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00) plus tips
Estimated Weekly Tips: $375.00
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Adaptability in Fast Paced Environments
Problem Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
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Founded in January 2020, BUDDY BUDDY is the world's first nut butter coffee bar. We operate cafés in Paris and Brussels where organic nut butters meet specialty coffee in every drink and pastry.
Our nut butters are handmade in small batches at our Brussels atelier using only organic ingredients. We handle every step in-house—roasting, grinding, and jarring—never outsourcing. In early 2025, we began roasting our own coffee beans in Paris, completing our commitment to quality and transparency.
As a certified B Corp, sustainability guides everything we do—from sourcing to serving. Our nut butters are now stocked in over 500 retail locations across 10 countries, including Harrods and Erewhon.
BUDDY BUDDY is more than cafés—it's an experience celebrating bold flavors, thoughtful craft, and everything we love about nut butters and specialty coffee.
