Full-Time Arista Coffee & Café Barista

CityGate Hospitality; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $500

Employee discounts

Benefits package

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

CityGate Hospitality LLC is seeking a Barista for Hotel Arista's Arista Coffee & Café in Naperville. You will provide friendly customer service, take orders, cash out, and prepare a variety of foods and beverages while maintaining speed and quality.

This hourly, non-exempt position offers a $17–$19/hour wage plus gratuity, with a $500 signing bonus and a 90-day waiting period. Must have mornings/afternoons availability including weekends and holidays; prior coffee/café or Micros experience

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in a cafe or food service preferred.
• Cash handling and POS accuracy required.
• Demonstrate friendly, enthusiastic communication with guests and coworkers.
• Willing to work mornings, afternoons, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take orders promptly.
• Prepare and serve foods and drinks to standard.
• Cash out customers and maintain till accuracy.
• Maintain clean and organized work and guest areas.
• Adhere to safety and health standards and company policies.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Team player

Flexible schedule

Guest interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent education

Tools

Micros POS

Job description

if you strive to be "The Best", we want to hear from you! Take advantage of the $500 signing bonus we're offering for this position! *90 Day Waiting Period Applies!

Location: Hotel Arista

Department: Arista Coffee & Café

Reports to: Food & Beverage Manager

Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Compensation Range: $17.00-19.00/hour plus gratuity, commensurate with experience and education.

Age Requirements: Must be 18+

Additional Requirements: Must have open availability in mornings and afternoons including weekends and holidays.

Role Summary

The Barista is responsible for providing customer service, taking orders, completing guest orders, cashiering, preparing and servicing various foods/drinks throughout the day with a continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service.

Responsibilities

• Immediately greet each guest and welcome them into the restaurant;
• Anticipate customer needs when assisting all guests with their orders to ensure a positive experience
• Follow all company policies and procedures in regards to cash handling, food and beverage preparation, safety and daily operation of the restaurant
• Prepare all orders according to company standards while meeting or exceeding speed of service and quality expectations
• Maintain a clean and organized guest environment as well as a clean and organized workspace
• Adhere to all food and health safety standards
• Convey food, beverage and coffee retail product knowledge to guests
• Contribute to a positive team working environment
• Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance for each shift
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent education

Experience

• Previous experience in Food Service or a Coffee Shop setting is preferred.
• Micros experience preferred.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Neat and clean appearance
• Basic skills in reading, writing and math
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing manner
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Ability to relate to all levels of guests and management
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must possess a strong team spirit

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to squat, bend, kneel and twist
• Must be able to walk and stand for up to 8 hours a day, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements

Benefits Offered

The employer offers the following benefits to eligible employees in this position. Waiting periods, hours requirements and shared insurance premiums will apply. Full plan descriptions and additional details will be shared at the time of offer or upon request during the interview process.

• Major Medical Plans, Dental and Vision Insurance - single or family options available at employee's election
• Basic Life & AD&D - 100% employer paid
• Short-Term Disability - 100% employer paid
• Supplemental Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident and Disability - single or family options available at employee's election
• 401(k) Plan & Matching Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Time (up to 40 hours/year)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 Paid Holidays/Year
• Paid Jury Duty Time
• Paid Bereavement for immediate family members
• Partially-Paid Parental Leave
• Hotel/Restaurant Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Incentive Programs

We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other protected class. Should you accept a contingent offer with CityGate Hospitality LLC, you will be required to successfully complete various pre-employment screenings such as a criminal background report. Should you be hired as an employee of the company, you will be required to submit documentation proving eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Federal requirements.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.888-897-7781 dhs.gov/E-Verify