Barista

Café Neos is seeking an exceptional, hospitality-driven Barista to join our team. As the daytime counterpart to our restaurant Neos Americana, Café Neos is a scratch café rooted in Mediterranean warmth, modern craftsmanship, and the philosophy of Xenia—true hospitality. We build everything in-house: house-made syrups, signature lattes, and a full beverage program that extends well beyond coffee to include a curated selection of wine and craft cocktails, designed with the same precision and intention as a fine-dining bar. Our baristas are the heartbeat of the café, responsible for executing consistently excellent coffee, espresso, and beverages while delivering warm, elevated service in a fast-paced, guest-first environment.

We are looking for a polished, disciplined professional who thrives on structure, cleanliness, and recipe accuracy—someone who understands that consistency is a form of hospitality, and that a great cup of coffee is as much craft as it is care.

Above all, Café Neos is a close-knit team. There are no rigid silos here—everyone works together to keep the floor spotless, manage the register, and take orders over the POS. We share the work and we share the wins. A clean, polished floor is every bit as important as a well-pulled shot: it is the first thing a guest notices and a direct reflection of the pride we take in our space. If you find satisfaction in jumping in wherever you’re needed and lifting up the people beside you, you’ll feel right at home.

Compensation

This is a barista role built to attract and retain serious talent. We offer a high hourly base rate set by experience and demonstrated skill, plus a fully pooled tip program shared equitably across the café team.

• Competitive hourly base wage commensurate with experience and proven ability
• Pooled tips—gratuities are shared fairly among the café team, rewarding collaboration over competition
• Earnings that reflect a true hospitality professional, not an entry-level shift
• Advancement opportunities within The Brover Group as we grow, including pathways into lead barista, café leadership, and cross-training at Neos Americana

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is fast, focused, and deeply organized. You take pride in perfecting recipes, maintaining a pristine bar, and moving with purpose during high-volume service. Presence, professionalism, and a genuine love of hospitality define you.

Professional Qualities

• Extremely detail-oriented; values precision, ratios, and consistency
• Quick, efficient, and able to multitask smoothly under pressure
• Clean, organized, and disciplined in bar maintenance and workflow
• Warm, gracious, and genuinely guest-focused
• Polished appearance and professional demeanor
• Coachable and eager to learn new systems, drinks, and techniques
• Strong communicator with a calm, capable presence
• Team-first and collaborative—happy to share the floor, the register, and the work with no ego
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to schedule integrity

Required Skills & Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute all espresso beverages, teas, signature lattes, and specialty drinks with exacting recipe accuracy
• Maintain unwavering consistency in flavor, texture, ratios, timing, and presentation
• Dial in espresso, calibrate grinders, and adjust for quality throughout the day
• Prepare and maintain house-made syrups, bases, and café components to standard
• Keep the bar clean, organized, stocked, and service-ready at all times
• Move with urgency and awareness during morning and lunch rush periods
• Maintain knowledge of beans, roasts, origins, flavor profiles, and recommended pairings
• Restock, rotate, and maintain inventory for the espresso and brewing stations
• Communicate clearly and kindly with guests while managing efficient service
• Assist with pastries, grab-and-go items, and product merchandising
• Clean and maintain equipment, including grinders, espresso machine, and brewing tools
• Follow all health and sanitation standards with discipline
• Handle point-of-sale transactions accurately and professionally
• Take guest orders over the POS with accuracy, warmth, and efficiency, and run the register confidently throughout service
• Pour and serve wine and prepare craft cocktails to standard, describing offerings and pairings with confidence
• Keep the floor immaculate at all times—tables, counters, floors, and seating—treating cleanliness as a core part of the guest experience, not an afterthought
• Pitch in across every role—register, floor, orders, and prep—to keep the café running as one cohesive team
• Support the café team with dishes, floor maintenance, and general organization
• Represent Café Neos with warmth, professionalism, and a positive attitude

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in a specialty, third-wave, or scratch café environment
• Familiarity with espresso dialing, milk texturing, and latte presentation
• Background in high-volume or elevated hospitality settings
• Familiarity with wine service and cocktail preparation a plus; RAMP or responsible alcohol service certification welcome
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry necessary items

What We Offer

• A high hourly rate and pooled tips that reward skill and teamwork
• The opportunity to grow within a rising, highly curated hospitality group
• A leadership team committed to training, knowledge, and professional development
• A supportive, respectful, and team-focused work environment
• Advancement opportunities across Café Neos and Neos Americana

Join Us

If you bring professionalism, consistency, and a genuine passion for delivering truly excellent coffee and service, we would love to meet you.