Exciting Barista Opportunity at KINGSTON SOCIAL in Uptown Kingston, NY – Starting October 1st.
We’re looking for an experienced, passionate barista to join the team at Kingston Social. If you have a strong background in specialty coffee, a genuine love for the craft, and a dedication to exceptional customer service, we’d love to meet you.
At Kingston Social, our mission is to recreate the authentic European café experience—a place where people can relax, connect, and savor a truly excellent Italian coffee. We’re committed to making our café a warm, inviting space that feels like a home away from home for locals and visitors alike.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise and create memorable experiences in a cozy, vibrant atmosphere, Kingston Social could be the perfect fit for you!
General Responsibilities:
Dials in espresso machine each shift and makes appropriate adjustments throughout the day to maintain quality standards and great tasting espresso
Sets up/shuts down the coffee station at the beginning/end of the day
Practices proper cleaning and preventative maintenance for espresso and brewing equipment
Maintains inventories and stock of paper goods and beverage products
Register and customer service
Provides service in a friendly, kind and efficient way to all guests
Keeps a clean and organized station and storefront at all times
Collaborates with and supports all team members
Qualifications and Requirements:
Passionate about coffee
At least 1 year Barista experience in specialty coffee shops – latte art, dialing in, tasting espresso, grinding, tamping and control of extraction time
Maintain quality standards in a fast paced environment
Reliable, punctual, and positive
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Detail oriented
Flexible schedule
We offer:
Competitive pay and tips
A flexible work schedule
Opportunity for growth
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week