Barista

Sophie's Cafe; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off Drinks and Food while on shift

Off-shift discounts on food and drinks

Opportunities for skill development and cross-training

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen is now hiring motivated individuals to join their team in Sterling, Illinois. The ideal candidates should be friendly, reliable, and enjoy a fast-paced environment. No experience is necessary; training will be provided.

Applicants should be available for a minimum of 3 shifts per week, including weekends, with an emphasis on Sunday availability. Enjoy perks such as 50% off food and drinks while on shift, skill development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Reliable and consistent in work performance.
• Calm under pressure with ability to multitask.
• Friendly and positive demeanor with customers.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take orders with genuine hospitality.
• Make and serve drinks accurately and quickly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the café.
• Assist with kitchen prep and light baking tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Strong communication

Job description

Now Hiring – Join Our Team at Sophie’s Cafe!

We’re looking for friendly, reliable, motivated, and creative people to join our team! No cafe experience? No problem! Bring positivity, quick learning, creativity, and the ability to thrive in a busy, high-energy environment, and we’ll teach you the rest!

Applicants who meet the availability requirements will be considered first. Please read through them before applying.

Pay & Growth:

With tips, average starting pay ranges from $15–$17/hr. We value growth—employees who show reliability, initiative and leadership may have opportunities for additional responsibilities, shift leadership, and future management roles.

Perks & Benefits:

• 50% off Drinks and Food while on shift
• Off-shift discounts on food and drinks
• Opportunities for skill development and cross-training
• A team culture that values hustle, kindness, and creativity

Availability Requirements:

To set you up for success, we ask for:

• 4–5 shifts/week during training (initial 2–3 weeks)
• Minimum of 3 shifts/week after training, including weekends
• Sunday availability is strongly preferred. (At least 2 Sundays/month required for most positions.)

If you’re unable to work Sundays, this may not be the best fit at this time.

Current Openings:

UPDATE: CANDIDATES WITH AVAILABILITY FROM 1pm-7pm WILL BE CONSIDERED 1ST FOR THE POSITION.

If your availability does not meet the availability requirements and current openings, you may not receive a call/email to move to the interview process.

• Early morning shifts – as early as 5:30 AM
• 6 AM or 7 AM–3 PM
• Afternoon shifts: 1 PM–7 PM

(Shift times may vary depending on scheduling needs)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Greeting guests and taking orders with genuine hospitality
• Making and serving drinks with accuracy and speed
• Promoting and recommending menu items
• Operating the register and handling transactions
• Keeping the cafe clean, stocked, and organized
• Learning kitchen prep and light baking
• Washing dishes, sweeping, and restocking
• Assisting with inventory and ordering as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Calm under pressure and great at multitasking
• Friendly, dependable, and positive with both customers and coworkers
• Strong communication skills and genuine customer care
• Quick to learn and accurate when following recipes
• A team player who stays productive during slower times
• Reliable, consistent, and always on time

Application Process:

We review all applications carefully, but we do not follow up on incomplete submissions or those that don’t match our shift requirements. If your availability changes, feel free to reapply. Applications are kept on file for two months.