Barista & Guest Experience Pro — Flexible Schedule

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is seeking passionate, dependable Teammates for part-time roles. You’ll help create warm guest experiences, craft quality beverages, and support café operations across bar, floor, and kitchen spaces.

This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and reliability. Availability for early mornings, weekends, or holidays is required. Prior specialty coffee or restaurant experience is preferred, and food safety certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Looking for friendly, guest-focused individuals with a positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced setting and collaborate with teammates.

Responsibilities

• Hospitality & Guest Experience: Create a warm, welcoming environment and deliver attentive service.
• Food, Beverage, & Café Operations: Prepare beverages and food per standards; keep stations clean and organized.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Coordinate with team and leadership to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Strong communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is seeking passionate, dependable Teammates for part-time roles. You’ll help create warm guest experiences, craft quality beverages, and support café operations across bar, floor, and kitchen spaces.

This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and reliability. Availability for early mornings, weekends, or holidays is required. Prior specialty coffee or restaurant experience is preferred, and food safety certification is a plus.