Blank Street
Food and Beverage
ShiftLead
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“Shift Lead at Blank Street. Skills: Customer service, Cafe operations. Lead by example on the floor. Ensure smooth operations during shift”
What You'll Achieve.
Increase foot traffic; Increase new customers; Increase daily sales; Increase operational profitability; Develop loyal customer base
Industry & Context.
Independent problem solver; Multi-tasking
Stand for long periods, Lift 25+ lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
18+ years of age, Able to lift 25+ lbs, Stand for long periods of time, Availability that meets cafe needs, Authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice to Have
Weekend availability preferred, Holiday availability preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead by example on the floor
Ensure smooth operations during shift
Create valued environment for customers
Create valued environment for team members
Delight customers with service
Turn every customer into a regular
Prepare tastiest drinks
Ensure proper handling of food
Ensure proper handling of beverage
Retain freshness and quality of product
Avoid wastage of product
Maintain Local Department of Health standards
Adhere to product training playbooks
Adhere to service training playbooks
Adhere to brand training playbooks
Participate in initiatives to increase foot traffic
Participate in initiatives to increase new customers
Participate in initiatives to increase daily sales
Participate in initiatives to increase operational profitability
Develop a loyal neighborhood customer base
Full Job Description
About Blank Street: At Blank Street, we’re on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we’ve set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We’re motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading. Add a Spark to the Ordinary… At Blank Street, we’re reimagining the cafe experience, making high-quality coffee and matcha accessible and efficient. As a Shift Lead, you’ll play a key role in bringing our mission to life. You’ll lead by example on the floor, ensure smooth operations during your shift, and create an environment where both customers and team members feel valued. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced settings, loves connecting with people, and is passionate about great coffee and matcha. Who We’re Looking For A friendly and enthusiastic team player with a passion for excellent customer service; you’re always ready to make your customers’ day A reliable employee who is able to effectively manage time and priorities, including during busy rush periods where a sense of urgency is necessary Passionate about creating delicious coffee and other cafe beverages A strong independent problem solver with proven multi-tasking and communication skills Someone who is curious, adaptable and always willing to learn Comfortable working in a team or independently Comfortable with cash-handling and maintaining store safety What You’ll Own Delight our customers with consistent, welcoming and engaging customer service, taking the opportunity to turn every customer into a regular Work within a world-class coffee program using the best coffee equipment (the eversys cameos and shotmasters) and product in the industry to pr
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