Blank Street
Job Title: Shift Lead | Boston – Blank Street
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.
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
Love for cafe culture and people
Friendly, open and approachable person who is able to work well with others
Strong knowledge of coffee and equipment is a must
Strong decision making and multi-tasking skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Passionate about delivering excellent customer connections to create a regular customer base
Able to work at a fast pace in high‑volume environments
Be an exemplary ambassador of our brand to new neighborhoods
What You’ll Own
Craft beautiful coffee products and serve all Blank Street customers with energy, warmth, and empathy
Support your GM and our Training Team to help train new employees to succeed at Blank Street, including ensuring that new team members are following all recipe and training for menu items and processes and that they are in correct uniform, are upbeat and vibes are positive
Open and close the location safely and responsibly and ensure that cleaning duties for the store are followed at the beginning, during and end of the shift
Positive and solution focused handling of any minor customer issue
At a store level, lead all initiatives with the operations and marketing teams to increase foot traffic, new customers, daily sales, and operational profitability and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base for your store
Requirements
2+ years’ experience in a customer service leadership position
18+ years of age
Able to lift 25+ lbs, and to stand for long periods of time
Availability that meets the needs of our cafes: Full Time 30‑40 hours per week, 4‑5 days available, must be able to work 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Availability to work between 6:30 am and 9:00 pm
Weekend and holiday availability preferred
You must be authorized to work in the U.S.: upon acceptance of a job offer and completion of the Form I‑9 with acceptable documents, Blank Street will provide the federal government with employees’ Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. (a process known as “E‑Verify”).
Benefits And Perks
$19.50/per hour + tips
Barista accreditation and training program
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time, based on eligibility
Health benefits, based on eligibility
Blank Street coffee and swag
Opportunity for advancement for those interested
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blank Street by 2x.
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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
Love for cafe culture and people
Friendly, open and approachable person who is able to work well with others
Strong knowledge of coffee and equipment is a must
Strong decision making and multi-tasking skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Passionate about delivering excellent customer connections to create a regular customer base
Able to work at a fast pace in high‑volume environments
Be an exemplary ambassador of our brand to new neighborhoods
What You’ll Own
Craft beautiful coffee products and serve all Blank Street customers with energy, warmth, and empathy
Support your GM and our Training Team to help train new employees to succeed at Blank Street, including ensuring that new team members are following all recipe and training for menu items and processes and that they are in correct uniform, are upbeat and vibes are positive
Open and close the location safely and responsibly and ensure that cleaning duties for the store are followed at the beginning, during and end of the shift
Positive and solution focused handling of any minor customer issue
At a store level, lead all initiatives with the operations and marketing teams to increase foot traffic, new customers, daily sales, and operational profitability and develop a loyal neighborhood customer base for your store
Requirements
2+ years’ experience in a customer service leadership position
18+ years of age
Able to lift 25+ lbs, and to stand for long periods of time
Availability that meets the needs of our cafes: Full Time 30‑40 hours per week, 4‑5 days available, must be able to work 2 peak days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Availability to work between 6:30 am and 9:00 pm
Weekend and holiday availability preferred
You must be authorized to work in the U.S.: upon acceptance of a job offer and completion of the Form I‑9 with acceptable documents, Blank Street will provide the federal government with employees’ Form I‑9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. (a process known as “E‑Verify”).
Benefits And Perks
$19.50/per hour + tips
Barista accreditation and training program
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time, based on eligibility
Health benefits, based on eligibility
Blank Street coffee and swag
Opportunity for advancement for those interested
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blank Street by 2x.
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