The Role We are seeking Full-Time (≈38–40 hrs/week) and Part-Time (≈24–30 hrs/week) Café Hosts who love hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You’ll greet guests, manage POS operations, assist with basic drink preparation, and keep the café welcoming and organized.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide warm, professional, and inclusive hospitality to every guest.
• Manage the door and queue, welcome guests, guide crowd flow, and act as a sales assistant at the nut-butter retail corner, sharing product knowledge and processing sales.
• Operate the POS system accurately and process transactions responsibly.
• Share knowledge of our specialty coffee and house-made nut-butter products, recommending items and assisting with retail sales.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, following NYC Department of Health regulations and nut-allergy management protocols.
• Replenish supplies and ingredients throughout service to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and workplace-safety procedures.
• Work alongside baristas throughout every shift by assisting with basic drink preparation that doesn’t involve the espresso machine or latte art, and by handling other beverage and food prep as needed.
• Act as a liaison between the baristas, kitchen staff, and guests, supporting the kitchen team when required and helping coordinate communication between the café floor and the back of house.
• Lead or assist with opening and closing duties, including inventory checks, equipment cleaning, and restocking.
About You
• Friendly, approachable, and professional with excellent customer-service skills.
• Interest in specialty coffee and willingness to learn about Buddy Buddy’s nut-butter products.
• Reliable, organized, and energetic in a high-volume 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+ and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Schedule & Location
• Job Types: Full-Time (≈38–40 hrs/week) and Part-Time (≈24–30 hrs/week).
• Typical schedules offer either short shifts—Morning 6:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Midday 1:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., or Evening 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.—or long shifts of about eight hours with a 30-minute unpaid break, such as 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
• Location: Buddy Buddy NoHo, Manhattan, NY.
• Schedules will be posted at least 72 hours in advance (minimum required by NYC Fair Workweek Law), and we aim to give additional notice whenever possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer Buddy Buddy complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including the NYC Human Rights Law, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
About Us
Buddy Buddy is passionate about creating memorable guest experiences through specialty coffee and our signature organic nut butters. With thriving cafés in Paris and Brussels, we’re now bringing our nut-butter coffee bar to New York City. Every drink highlights our house-made nut butters and freshly roasted coffee, reflecting our commitment to craft and sustainability as a certified B Corp. We’re excited to welcome café hosts who share our love for hospitality, community, and bold flavors.
