One Chicago - Barista

Philz Coffee; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Philz Coffee is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as baristas in Chicago. This role involves making drinks, preparing food, and providing excellent customer service in a vibrant and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for people and a willingness to learn, contributing to the mission of bettering days through coffee and community.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Team member discounts

Free drinks and discounted beans

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Qualifications

• Passion for people and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility in schedule.

Responsibilities

• Making drinks and preparing food orders.
• Working the register and cleaning.
• Stocking and supporting team members.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

At Philz, we’re doing something bigger than coffee - we’re building culture and community. We believe that warmth, authenticity, kindness, positivity, and passion can better people’s days — one cup and one customer at a time. If this sounds like a place you’d embrace, keep reading!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You’ll be active all day with many responsibilities, including making drinks, preparing food orders, working the register, cleaning, and stocking. Our mission of bettering days can’t be met alone, so you’ll partner with a communicative, supportive, and respectful team. With everything you do, you’ll embody our Philz Core Values: Obsess Over Customers & Team, In Pursuit of Better, and Be Kind & Keep it Real.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We make sure that every Philz is an inclusive, fun, creative, and vibrant workplace; a spot where you can be yourself, dress the way you want, and have flexibility in your schedule to live your best life. Most importantly, you’ll be part of an environment dedicated to bettering people’s days and building community. Don’t worry if you’ve never been a barista before — if you have a passion for people and a willingness to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment
• Visual acuity to make general observations regarding safety and accuracy of work
• Remain in a stationary position for a minimum of 3 hours
• Stand, walk, stoop, and kneel
• Lift up to 50 pounds intermittently, lift 3 pounds to shoulder height repetitively
• Grasp, finger, and reach
• Express or exchange information by means of the spoken word

The starting base hourly rate for this role is approximately $16.20 to $17.20. Team Members also participate in a tip pool and may earn an additional average of $6.00 per hour.

When you join our team, we better your days through benefits and support programs — including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, optional family life insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health support, holiday pay, vacation & sick time, team member discounts, free drinks, discounted beans, fun Philz swag, opportunities for growth and advancement, and more!

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

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Have you ever worked for Philz Coffee before? *

If hired, can you submit documentation verifying your identity and your legal right to work in the U.S.? *

Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position for which you have applied, with or without a reasonable accommodation? *

Does this align with your plans over the next 6 months? *

Are you 18 years of age or older? *

Would the estimated 16-24 hours per week fit within your schedule? *

What are your available working hours for each day of the week (Monday–Sunday)? *

Please list any other Philz locations you may be interested in joining: *

What would be your preferred start date? *

Why is this opportunity at Philz a great fit for you, and how would you contribute to our mission of bettering days? *

If you were referred by a current Philz employee, please list their first and last name, as well as their current store location. *

We will reach out by both email and text. Please check your spam/promotions folder as our emails may end up there. If you prefer to receive updates by email only, let us know!