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Silk City Café is seeking a passionate, friendly, and detail-oriented *Barista* to join our growing team. If you love coffee, enjoy a fast-paced work environment, and take pride in delivering great service, we’d love to meet you. Our baristas aren’t just drink-makers—they’re a vital part of the customer experience and café culture we’re building.*Key Responsibilities:** Craft a wide variety of high-quality espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and juices according to house recipes and presentation standards.* Serve ice cream and other specialty beverages with consistency and care.* Provide warm, knowledgeable customer service—greet guests, take orders, make recommendations, and ensure satisfaction.* Operate espresso machines, blenders, juicers, and the POS system efficiently and safely.* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the barista station, equipment, and café seating areas throughout each shift.* Monitor and manage inventory of beans, syrups, milk, ice cream mix, and other bar supplies; assist with restocking and ordering.* Work collaboratively with both front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure smooth service during busy periods.* Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with local and company policies.*Qualifications:** 1–2 years of barista or café experience preferred—but we’re willing to train the right person with great attitude and hustle.* Strong multitasking and time management skills, especially under pressure.* Basic math skills for handling transactions and inventory.* Familiarity with various brewing methods and coffee culture is a plus.* Positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a customer-first mindset.* Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends, early mornings, and holidays as needed.*Compensation & Perks:** *Hourly pay: $16.00–$18.00* depending on experience.* On-the-job training and opportunities to learn about coffee, seasonal drink creation, and café operations.* Positive team environment with growth potential.*Join Us:*If you're ready to help build the best coffee experience in Paterson—and have fun doing it—*apply today and bring your personality to the pour.*Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hourExpected hours: 35 – 50 per weekBenefits:* Employee discountPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyApplication Question(s):* What languages do you speak?Experience:* Barista: 1 year (Required)* Coffee shop: 3 years (Required)Shift availability:* Night Shift (Preferred)* Day Shift (Preferred)Ability to Commute:* Paterson, NJ 07501 (Required)Work Location: In person