Coach Coffee Bar Specialist
Coach hiring part-time Barista in New York, NY — prepare specialty coffee, deliver luxury client service, and support boutique operations.
Overview
Coach is an American luxury accessories and lifestyle brand known for leather goods and modern, design-led collections. As part of the Tapestry group, Coach operates a global network of boutiques that combine product craftsmanship with elevated retail experiences. The brand prizes refined service and experiential retail environments.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve high-quality espresso-based and specialty beverages to Coach boutique guests, maintaining consistent taste and presentation.
- Deliver polished, client-focused service and clienteling consistent with luxury brand standards to drive boutique sales and guest loyalty.
- Operate and maintain espresso equipment, grinders, and other beverage stations; perform routine cleaning and light maintenance to ensure operational reliability.
- Handle cash, card and POS transactions accurately; reconcile registers and follow established cash-handling procedures.
- Manage inventory of coffee, milk, syrups and disposable goods; receive and store deliveries and perform stock rotation to minimise waste.
- Maintain impeccable cleanliness and presentation of the beverage area and back-of-house in accordance with food-safety and store standards.
- Collaborate with sales associates and store leadership to support boutique flow, visual presentation and special events or product launches.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; barista training or hospitality certification preferred.
- Demonstrated customer service experience in a high-volume or luxury retail or food/beverage environment.
- Proven ability to operate espresso machines and prepare consistent beverages; basic latte-art skills are advantageous.
- Strong numeracy and accuracy for cash handling and POS transactions.
- Availability to work flexible retail hours including weekends, evenings and holidays as required by boutique operations.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States and adherence to local food-safety or health permit requirements.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level role; 1+ year of experience in a café, specialty coffee, or luxury retail environment preferred. Experience delivering personalized guest service and working to brand standards is highly valued.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; barista training or hospitality certificate preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA. There are currently 1.623 open positions in New York on Cerulean, with 14 added recently. Within New York, Cerulean currently features 1.749 open roles, including 23 recent additions. Across USA, Cerulean lists 3.523 open roles — 167 of them newly added.
Culture
Coach boutiques blend product-led storytelling with attentive, personalized service; teams are expected to deliver refined hospitality and uphold premium visual and operational standards. The retail environment emphasizes professional presentation, continuous learning, and collaboration across store functions.
About Cerulean
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