BARISTA (PART TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,908 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Will be trained

Free shift meal

Near public transportation

Uniform shirts provided

Discounted safety shoes

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is seeking a part-time Barista in Kansas City, MO. You will make coffee and espresso drinks, serve related food items, and ensure HACCP compliance in a fast-paced setting.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This role offers training, meal benefits, transportation access, and uniform shirts. Prior customer service and food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Prior customer service and food service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enter orders accurately into a 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.

Skills

Customer service

Food service

Job description

Position Details

• We are hiring immediately for part‑time BARISTA positions.
• Location: 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO 64110.
• Schedule: Part‑time; Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours may vary by location.
• Requirement: Prior customer service and food service experience is a plus.
• Perks: Willing to train, free shift meal, close to public transportation, uniform shirts provided, and discounted safety shoes.
• Pay: $15.50 per hour.

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.
• Enter orders accurately into a 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 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.

Benefits

Part‑time benefits include:

• 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

Full‑time benefits include:

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Additional Information

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. For details, see: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Disclaimer

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Chartwells Higher Education maintains a drug‑free workplace.