Barista (In‐Person)

Furqaan; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) provider for retirement savings

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off benefits

Vision insurance coverage

Job summary

Furqaan in Bolingbrook, IL is hiring a Barista to prepare high-quality beverages and deliver excellent customer service. Your role involves crafting drinks, maintaining a welcoming café, and operating POS systems. Ideal candidates will have prior coffee service experience, strong customer service skills, and knowledge of food safety. This position offers a salary of $16.00 to $17.00 per hour and benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience or food service background preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and warmly with customers.
• Skills in handling cash and retail math for order accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of beverages with precision.
• Engage with customers and take orders efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café area.

Skills

Customer service

Coffee preparation

POS systems

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food handler certificate

Tools

Aloha POS

Micros POS

Job description

Furqaan Cafe is seeking a reliable and friendly Barista to prepare and serve high-quality beverages while delivering excellent customer service. In this dynamic role, you’ll craft delicious beverages, deliver exceptional customer service, and maintain a welcoming environment. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help foster a lively café atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in food and beverage service while working in a fast-paced, friendly setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and specialty beverages with precision and flair
• Engage with customers warmly, taking orders efficiently and providing outstanding service
• Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS to process transactions accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café area, including food preparation stations and seating areas
• Handle cash, credit card transactions, and perform cashiering duties with accuracy using POS systems
• Follow food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures to ensure quality and compliance
• Assist in basic food preparation tasks, including assembling snacks or light food items as needed, restock supplies, and coordinate with vendors

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience or background in coffee service with a food handler certificate is highly preferred
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS is advantageous
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and warmly
• Good time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math skills for cash handling, retail math, and order accuracy
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling techniques
• Experience in food industry roles involving serving, food preparation, or retail math is a plus
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work flexible hours as needed
• 401(k) provider for retirement savings
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid time off benefits
• Vision insurance coverage

Experience

• Barista: 1 year (Preferred)

Commute Location: Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $16.00 – $17.00 per hour