Barista - Local Grounds Cabrini

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University Cabrini Local Grounds is seeking a Barista to deliver outstanding customer service, prepare drinks to standard, and maintain a clean, well-stocked kiosk. You’ll learn the equipment and work with Grub Hub and POS systems, helping guests enjoy quality coffee and tea.

The role requires a friendly demeanor, strong communication, and the ability to multitask during shifts that may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Cashiering experience of 1–2 years.
• Interest in coffee and testing products for quality assurance.
• Will train on all coffee equipment; familiarity with POS and Grub Hub systems helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service that is efficient, friendly and speedy.
• Sales and knowledge sharing about coffee and tea; promotes featured items.
• Keeps kiosk clean, stocked and properly labeled.
• Assist manager with scheduling student associates and enforce uniform standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Dress code

Education

High School diploma

Tools

POS

Grub Hub

Job description

Barista - Local Grounds Cabrini

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Posting Details

Posting Number: 20260421S

Position Title: Barista - Local Grounds Cabrini

Position Type: Staff

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

Department: 412-Dining Services Operations

Position Summary

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .

The Barista's Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service that is efficient, friendly and speedy to Holy Grounds customers. Treat each customer as your highest priority, being mindful of customers who are waiting. Operates POS terminals and some locations while others use Grub Hub applications to receive orders.
• Actively shares coffee and tea knowledge while actively selling all products. Advises customers of new coffees or teas or featured items of the week. Prepares all drinks according to Holy Grounds standards.
• Maintains the cleanliness and attractiveness of the Holy Ground kiosk by keeping counters and displays cleaned and fully stocked. Makes sure all products are labeled correctly.
• Assist manager with scheduling of student associates. Responsible for enforcing the uniform standards of all student associates.
• Completes the tasks assigned at each shift, ensuring that everything is ready for the next shift.
• Enforces and practices all safety and sanitation policies and procedures for Villanova Dining Services.
• Monitors customer needs and responds to any concerns or questions in a friendly and courteous manner while resolve the issue immediately.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Specific Job Knowledge

• Interest in coffee preferred Will need to sample and test products for quality assurance.

Minimum Work Experience

• Cashiering experience of 1-2 years.

Work Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service skills.
• Dress and grooming appropriate for Holy Grounds Concept.
• Able to handle numerous tasks at once while prioritizing.

Equipment Knowledge

• Will train on all coffee equipment.
• Preferred – POS and Grub Hub Systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Serv Safe certification preferred.
• Cash register knowledge is preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Tools, machinery, and equipment used

• Espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and cash registers

Environmental conditions

• Increased noise level around some equipment.
• Cleaning chemicals used.

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds independently.
• Ability to sit stand for extended periods.
• Ability to push/pull up to 30 pounds independently.
• Ability to use various chemicals.
• Manual Dexterity.

Special Message to Applicants

SCHEDULE during normal operating hours

Friday/Saturday/Sunday/Monday 3:00pm - 2:00am

Salary and Job Classification

Posting Date: Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Salary Posting Information: $18.98 per hour. Shift differential for qualifying shifts. Salary Grade: 8 Job Classification: non-exempt

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed 3

Maximum Number of References Needed 3

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