Barista – Fast-Paced Café with Career Growth

Aramark; Monroe (LA); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark — University of Louisiana Monroe in Monroe, LA is hiring a full-time Barista. You will prepare specialty drinks, assist with food preparation, and manage POS transactions for a fast-paced, customer-focused team.

The role emphasizes cash handling, greeting customers, following brand standards, and maintaining cleanliness while supporting daily cafe operations. English proficiency and basic math are required; food handling certification is expected.

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 follow recipes.
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Barista experience

Math skills

Independent work

English literacy

Dress code adherence

Education

Food Handling Certification

Job description

Aramark — University of Louisiana Monroe in Monroe, LA is hiring a full-time Barista. You will prepare specialty drinks, assist with food preparation, and manage POS transactions for a fast-paced, customer-focused team.

The role emphasizes cash handling, greeting customers, following brand standards, and maintaining cleanliness while supporting daily cafe operations. English proficiency and basic math are required; food handling certification is expected.