Barista

Aramark; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking full-time Baristas in Riverwoods, IL to craft specialty drinks, assist with food prep, and handle orders and payments while delivering memorable customer experiences.

The role emphasizes cash handling, customer service, and adherence to brand standards, with opportunities for growth and development within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Previous cash handling experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a barista preferred.
• Basic math & counting skills required.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must follow required dress code as assigned.
• Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes.
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a register/POS and handle cash and card transactions.
• Greet and assist customers while anticipating needs.
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, and specialty beverages per brand standards.
• Prepare and serve food items per location standards.
• Balance cash drawer and deposits.
• Follow cash handling policies and procedures.
• Set up and break down coffee bar and store, including cleaning.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area.
• Stock beverages, grab-and-go items, and condiments.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Barista experience

English literacy

Math basics

Education

Food handling certification

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting, fast-paced, and social experience? Here's your chance to do just that, in a role with unlimited career growth and opportunities! We're hiring full-time Baristas to be the perfect blend to our team. You'll prepare specialty drinks, assist with food preparation, and receive orders and payments, all while providing unforgettable experiences for our customers. Take your first sip in igniting your passion and pursuing what matters to you!

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, specialty beverages per brand standards
• Prepares and serve food items in line with location standards
• Count, organize and balance cash drawer, fill out the cashier slip and make deposits
• Adheres to Aramark's cash handling policies and procedures
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar, stations or store including cleaning and sanitizing
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area
• Stock beverage coolers, grab and go items, service ware and condiments
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products
• Other duties as assigned by management

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Previous cash handling experience preferred
• Previous experience as a barista preferred
• Basic math & counting skills required
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Must follow required dress code as assigned
• Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.