Lead Barista & Training Champion

Aramark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Barista Lead to deliver timely service, craft quality beverages, and maintain a clean, welcoming location. You will train Baristas, follow recipes, process transactions at the register, and uphold food safety policies.

This role involves overseeing the coffee bar, supervising staff, and ensuring smooth operations while delivering an exceptional guest experience. Experience as a barista and ability to work independently with limited supervision are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience as a successful barista required.
• Requires previous cash handling experience.
• Requires supervisory or related role experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and communicate in English and 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

Supervisory experience

English literacy

Tools

POS system

Job description

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Barista Lead to deliver timely service, craft quality beverages, and maintain a clean, welcoming location. You will train Baristas, follow recipes, process transactions at the register, and uphold food safety policies.

This role involves overseeing the coffee bar, supervising staff, and ensuring smooth operations while delivering an exceptional guest experience. Experience as a barista and ability to work independently with limited supervision are expected.