Barista

Phoenix3 Collective; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay plus tips

Consistent weekday schedule with no夜

Job summary

Infuse Hospitality, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, is seeking a friendly Lead Barista for our polished corporate dining café in Chicago. You will craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages, deliver warm hospitality, and support daily café operations for employees, clients, and visitors.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains consistency and presentation, and brings a guest-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous barista or café experience.
• Strong communication and guest-focused mindset.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and specialty drinks with speed, precision, and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workspace in accordance with all health and safety standards.
• Provide warm, attentive service to every guest, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
• Assist with POS transactions, restocking, and maintaining product displays.
• Uphold an environment of hospitality, teamwork, and professionalism.

Skills

Barista experience

Communication skills

Guest-focused mindset

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and hospitality-driven Lead Barista to join our team in a polished, guest-facing corporate dining café environment. This role is centered on delivering exceptional coffee service and elevated hospitality within a professional workplace setting. As a Lead Barista, you will craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages, support daily café operations, and help create a welcoming, service-forward experience for employees, clients, and visitors. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in consistency, presentation, and guest engagement.

Who Are You?

• You are passionate about coffee and hospitality and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences.
• You’re confident behind an espresso bar and maintain consistency and accuracy with every beverage.
• You have a warm, engaging personality that helps foster an inviting and professional café environment.
• You take pride in representing a workplace hospitality program with polish, attentiveness, and care.
• You enjoy being part of a high-service café presence within a corporate setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and specialty drinks with speed, precision, and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workspace in accordance with all health and safety standards.
• Provide warm, attentive service to every guest, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
• Assist with POS transactions, restocking, and maintaining product displays.
• Uphold an environment of hospitality, teamwork, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Previous barista or café experience
• Strong communication skills and a guest-focused mindset.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay plus tips.
• Consistent weekday schedule with no late nights or weekends.
• Opportunity to grow within a hospitality-driven company.

The hours for this position are Monday-Thursday from 6:30am-2pm or Tuesday- Friday from 8am-5pm.

Infuse Hospitality, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, provides culinary and hospitality solutions for corporate workplaces, specialty venues, and the activation of mixed-use spaces. With a passion for authentic experiences and a commitment to thoughtful innovation, Infuse is redefining how hospitality enhances the places where we work, gather, and connect. Infuse currently operates dining locations nationwide. More information about Infuse Hospitality can be found at Infuse Hospitality | Redefining how hospitality enhances the places where we work.