Lead Barista

COFFEE PROGRAM LEAD– TUCKSHOP NYC

Coffee. Toasties. Good Vibes.

Who We Are

TUCKSHOP is an Australian-owned coffee and toastie café — a nod to our favorite toastie spots back home and a brand-new concept for NYC. Bringing a new slice of Aussie café culture to the West Village, we are keeping things simple, casual, and consistent: great coffee, amazing toasties, and genuine hospitality.

We opened our first store on West 11th Street in January 2026. It’s an incredibly exciting time to join the team — a chance to help build and shape this brand from the ground up as we expand across the city. You will play a vital role in the success of TUCKSHOP — sharing your knowledge of coffee with the team, training and creating a culture that’s warm, upbeat, and authentically Aussie.

If you’re passionate about coffee, love connecting with people, and want to be part of something from the ground up — we’d love to meet you.

Now Hiring: COFFEE PROGRAM LEAD (Full-Time)

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Coffee lover to take charge of our coffee program, build our barista team, and deliver an incredible guest experience. We’ll be brewing on a La Marzocco Linea PB with coffees sourced from a top local specialty roaster.

What We Offer

• 💰 Competitive pay – Starting at $21-$25/hr + tips (depending on experience)
• 🥪 Free lunch – Toasties are on us every shift
• ☕ Unlimited coffee – Even on your day off
• 📈 Room to grow – Real opportunities as we expand
• 🕐 Flexible scheduling – We know balance matters, day shifts only, weekends are required
• 🎉 Fun, social team culture – We’re all about community
• 🏠 Creative input – influence menus and seasonal specials
• 🕐 Employees earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked

What You’ll Do

• Lead the coffee program – dial recipes, set standard, and ensure every cup is excellent
• Train and inspire the barista team to deliver warm, consistent service
• Collaborate with the founders on menu development, and seasonal specials
• Maintain an efficient, clear and fun bar environment
• Experience in matcha and other specialty beverages – we want your creative flare
• Help in other areas of the café if ever needed
• Maintain high standards – from workflow to cleanliness to presentation
• Keep things running smoothly during busy service
• NYC food handler’s license, or ability to obtain one if hired

Who You Are

• A passionate, experienced barista with a deep love of great coffee - at least 3 - 4 years experience  + 2 years experience in a management role
• Confident on bar and comfortable training a team
• Calm, positive, and proactive – even when things get busy
• Obsessed with quality and consistency
• Creative and curious – someone who loves experimenting with new drink ideas, flavors, and seasonal specials
• Friendly, approachable, and genuine — someone who makes people want to come back
• Excited to grow with a new brand and help shape its future

Why TUCKSHOP?
This isn’t just another café job — it’s a chance to help build something new in NYC. We’re creating a space that feels like home: great food, great coffee, and great people.

Sound like you?
Shoot us your resume and a quick note about why you’d be a great fit for TUCKSHOP to [email protected]