Barista Shift Lead — Train, Lead & Elevate Coffee Service

Aramark; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark seeks a Barista Lead to deliver quality beverages and training, while maintaining a clean, welcoming cafe environment. You will train Baristas, handle POS transactions, and ensure recipes and food safety standards are followed to deliver excellent service.

The role requires supervision of staff, independence, and adherence to dress code and English communication. This position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and guest experience in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a successful barista required.
• Requires previous cash handling experience.
• Requires basic math & counting skills.
• Experience in a supervisory or related role preferred.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must follow required dress code as assigned.
• Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes.
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, specialty beverages per brand standards
• Prepares and serve food items in line with location standards
• Train and guide staff members in coffee and food preparation, customer service, cash handling, product knowledge and other processes and procedures
• May schedule and delegate work assignments to team and coordinate the completion of tasks for the location
• Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions.
• Count, organize and balance cash drawer, fill out the cashier slip and make deposits
• Adheres to Aramark's cash handling policies and procedures
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar, stations or store including cleaning and sanitizing
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area
• Stock beverage coolers, grab and go items, service ware and condiments
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products

Skills

Barista experience

Cash handling

Math & counting

Supervisory experience

Independent work

Dress code adherence

English communication

Food handling certification

Job description

Aramark seeks a Barista Lead to deliver quality beverages and training, while maintaining a clean, welcoming cafe environment. You will train Baristas, handle POS transactions, and ensure recipes and food safety standards are followed to deliver excellent service.

The role requires supervision of staff, independence, and adherence to dress code and English communication. This position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and guest experience in a fast-paced setting.