We’re Hiring: Seasonal Barista – Summer 2026 at Simmons Café

Join us for the summer season in East Village — with the potential to extend into the fall.

We are looking for one Seasonal Barista to join our team at our Simmons Building café. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced environments, takes pride in guest experience, and wants to be part of a busy, community-driven café.

Seasonal Term

• Start Date: Immediate, or no later than May 19
• End Date: September 7 (earliest) to end of September (latest, depending on needs)

What We’re Looking For

• Previous barista experience preferred; hospitality, restaurant, and other retail experience also welcome.
• Full-time availability (4–5 days/week; 30–40 hours/week)
• Mandatory weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday required)
• Immediate availability strongly preferred
• Full summer availability required (June–September). This role is not suitable for candidates planning extended time off or vacations during the summer period.

The Role

This is a high-volume café where consistency, speed, and teamwork are essential. The ideal candidate is highly adaptable, comfortable working under pressure, and eager to support the team wherever needed. Success in this role requires a positive attitude, strong communication, and a genuine willingness to contribute to a fast-moving environment.

Who You Are

• A reliable team player with a positive, grounded attitude
• Calm, focused, and kind in busy environments
• Passionate about excellent hospitality and warm presence
• Motivated to learn and contribute, even in a seasonal role

What We Offer

• Comprehensive, high-quality training program
• Opportunity to work across multiple café locations
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Exposure to the full coffee journey — from sourcing to roasting

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter addressing the following:

• How you meet the flexibility and adaptability requirements outlined above
• Why you believe you're the right fit for this seasonal barista position

Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.