BARISTA (FULL AND PART TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and Development

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services at University of Kentucky in Lexington is hiring baristas to make coffee and espresso drinks, and to serve related food and beverages. You will interact with customers in a friendly, courteous manner and handle cash and POS transactions.

Prior barista or coffee-house experience is preferred, and strong customer service is required. Training and development opportunities, with full‑time and part‑time shifts, are available in a diverse, campus‑based work

Qualifications

• Prior barista/coffee house experience preferred.
• Customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Makes espresso orders and beverages for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enters orders into POS, accepts cash and card payments.
• Replenishes condiments and supplies while maintaining clean service area.
• Maintains proper serving temperatures and HACCP standards.
• Keeps equipment and utensils sanitary and organized.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Job description

Location: University of Kentucky

• We are hiring immediately for full and part-time BARISTA positions.
• Address: University of Kentucky - 165 Ave of Champions, Lexington, KY 40506. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: The schedule may vary based on operational needs. More details are available upon interview
• Requirement: Prior barista/coffee house experience preferred; customer service experience required.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Job Summary

Makes and serves coffee/espresso drinks and related food and beverage items. Handles food according to HACCP guidelines and standards for quality food-service operations. Interacts with customers and other employees in a friendly, courteous manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enters orders accurately into POS device; accepts cash and charge payments.
• Replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
• Ensures proper food preparation by using approved recipes and following prescribed production standards.
• Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
• Greets customers courteously and interacts in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction. Relays relevant concerns from customers to supervisors.
• Serves customers quickly and efficiently, and prevents delays in serving lines.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to customers.
• Serves as an advocate of selling techniques to the customer by establishing good communication and assisting in the buying decision‑making process.
• Ensures all display foods are merchandised attractively per standards. Serves food neatly and attractively per standard.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.