Barista - Flexible Scheduling, Tips, Career Growth

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Pay: 17.25 = Tips

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea in Chicago, IL is seeking a friendly Barista to welcome customers, craft espresso drinks, and ensure a positive visit. You will take orders, explain menu items, and maintain a clean, efficient shop environment while providing excellent service.

Ideal candidates are passionate about coffee, able to stay calm in a fast-paced setting, and willing to obtain or maintain food-safety certifications. Flexible scheduling and tipping-based pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with food safety guidelines.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler's Certification or ability to obtain shortly after hiring.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to adapt quickly.
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers into the coffee shop with a smile.
• Take food and beverage orders.
• Explain the menu items to customers.
• Create a variety of espresso-based drinks, from basic to more complex.
• Enter orders into the POS system with accuracy and efficiency.
• Bus tables and wipe down surfaces; maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Stand for long periods

Food safety familiarity

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

POS system

Job description

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea in Chicago, IL is seeking a friendly Barista to welcome customers, craft espresso drinks, and ensure a positive visit. You will take orders, explain menu items, and maintain a clean, efficient shop environment while providing excellent service.

Ideal candidates are passionate about coffee, able to stay calm in a fast-paced setting, and willing to obtain or maintain food-safety certifications. Flexible scheduling and tipping-based pay are offered.