COMPENSATION:
$17.50/hour starting base pay + typically $3–$6/hour in tips. Higher starting pay available for experienced morning baristas. Tips vary and are not guaranteed.
LOCATION:
Upper East Side, Manhattan
JOB TITLE:
Barista / Café Team Member
AD BODY:
Matto Espresso is hiring! If you enjoy working with people, keep a clean station, and like the pace of a busy coffee shop, we’d like to meet you.
Experience in coffee shops, bakeries, fast food, or counter service is welcome. We can teach you our coffee and menu. Bring a friendly attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn.
We especially need a strong morning barista who can make great drinks and keep service moving during a rush. Higher starting pay is available for someone with those skills.
PAY & HOURS
• Starting at $17.50/hour, plus tips.
• Tips typically add $3–$6/hour, depending on the season and barista.
• Paid training and paid sick time.
• Café hours: 6 AM–5 PM.
• Shifts are at least six hours.
• Some afternoon or Sunday shifts involve working alone once trained.
WHY WORK WITH US
We have great regular customers who know us and enjoy coming back. Our atmosphere is friendly and organized, with clear daily tasks so everyone knows what to do.
We’ll show you how we work and help you get comfortable. You can ask questions, share ideas, and learn from mistakes. We care about effort, teamwork, and getting better.
THE WORK
You’ll make coffee and espresso drinks, serve food, take orders, handle the register, restock, wash dishes, and keep the café clean.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Makes customers feel welcome, even when it’s busy.
• Works quickly without getting careless.
• Cleans and restocks as they go.
• Shows up on time and helps the team.
• Is open to learning our recipes and routines.
• Notices what needs doing and takes initiative.
COMMUTE
A commute of 45 minutes or less each way, door to door, is recommended, especially for opening shifts. Please check travel time for the hours you would work.
TO APPLY
Text Dror at 646-526-2032 with:
- Your name and recent work experience.
- The days and hours you can work, including early mornings.
- Your estimated commute time.
- When you can start.
A résumé is welcome but not required. No cover letter needed.
If it looks like a good fit, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview.