Barista

Fooda; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is hiring a Barista for their client location in Riverwoods, IL. This entry-level position involves preparing coffee beverages, maintaining service area hygiene, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Ideal candidates are energetic, customer-focused, and have some prior experience in food service.

Benefits

Competitive wages $19-$21/hr

Insurance benefits plans - healthcare, dental and vision

Paid time off

401k retirement plan with company match

Pre-tax commuter expense benefit

Annual stock option grant

Daily lunch subsidy

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Prior barista and cashier experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable interacting with customers and capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to two hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee and espresso drinks and other beverage items.
• Maintain cleanliness of the service area and stock supplies.
• Provide exceptional customer service and build relationships with patrons.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Technology use

Job description

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Who We Are

We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 2,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry people at work through our ongoing food programs located within companies and office buildings. Every day, each Fooda location is served by different restaurants that come onsite and serve fresh lunch from their chef’s unique menus. Fooda operates in 20 major US cities and plans to continue its expansion across the United States and internationally. Eight out of ten employees believe Fooda is one of their company’s top perks.

Who We Are

We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 2,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry people at work through our ongoing food programs located within companies and office buildings. Every day, each Fooda location is served by different restaurants that come onsite and serve fresh lunch from their chef’s unique menus. Fooda operates in 20 major US cities and plans to continue its expansion across the United States and internationally. Eight out of ten employees believe Fooda is one of their company’s top perks.

Position Overview

Due to expanding growth, Fooda is hiring a Barista at our client location.

Who You Are

• You are comfortable with customers and enjoy customer service
• You are comfortable with handling cash and providing accurate change
• You are friendly, high energy and comfortable interacting with other people
• You are able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand on your feet for up to two hours
• You are comfortable with technology and running a POS system
• Prior barista and cashier experience preferred
  
  

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Prepare coffee and espresso drinks and other beverage items using standard measures and recipes
• Stock and maintain coffee station supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area
• Run and maintain a POS system with attention to detail and accuracy
• Build relationships with customers by maintaining a positive environment
• Go out of your way to provide a high level of customer service
• Strong communication skills and being a self-starter are required
• Know and maintain the Fooda Standards of Service and Sanitation on a daily basis
• Escalate issues to Manager when necessary to keep them informed or help problem solve
  
  

What We’ll Hook You Up With

• Competitive wages $19-$21/hr
• Insurance benefits plans - healthcare, dental and vision
• Paid time off
• 401k retirement plan with Fooda company match
• Pre-tax commuter expense benefit
• Annual stock option grant each summer
• Long-term opportunities for advancement within Fooda
• Daily lunch subsidy at your café location
• A fulfilling, challenging work experience!
  
  

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No recruiters please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and IT Services and IT Consulting

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