Barista: Guest Experience Pro — Flexible Shifts & Growth

Ground Up Coffee & Bites; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Shift beverages

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ground Up Coffee & Bites is seeking a personable, detail-oriented barista to join our team in Chicago. Our baristas are cross-trained across multiple roles, offering variety and team support in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

If you love coffee, hospitality, and being part of a community-focused, family-run business, we’d love to meet you. We value reliability and growth, with two West Loop and River North locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of prior barista or café experience is preferred.
• 2+ years of customer service experience required.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and food safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a customer first mindset.
• Ability to multitask in a high energy environment and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to either Chicago location.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide a welcoming experience.
• Prepare and serve specialty coffee drinks and Greek-inspired food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and dining area.
• Educate guests about menu items, brewing methods, and offerings.
• Assist with food and pastry preparation and display baked goods.
• Operate and maintain brewing equipment and perform basic cleaning.
• Open/close the café in a sanitary and efficient manner per health regulations.
• Restock inventory and support retail product sales.
• Contribute to team efforts and café improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer first mindset

Multitasking

Professionalism under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Food safety protocols

Job description

Ground Up Coffee & Bites is seeking a personable, detail-oriented barista to join our team in Chicago. Our baristas are cross-trained across multiple roles, offering variety and team support in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

If you love coffee, hospitality, and being part of a community-focused, family-run business, we’d love to meet you. We value reliability and growth, with two West Loop and River North locations.