Student Café Barista — Flexible Hours & Training

Ithaca College; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meal Exchange Passes

Free Shift Drink

Flexible hours and on‑the‑job training

Job summary

Ithaca College is seeking a Retail Café Barista to support beverage preparation, food service, and guest experiences in our campus cafés. This role emphasizes training, quality, and hospitality with no prior experience required.

You will handle Grubhub orders, maintain clean stations, operate the POS, and ensure safe food handling while delivering friendly, attentive service to guests.

Qualifications

• No prior barista or food service experience required — full on‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve guests with a warm, friendly, and professional demeanor
• Prepare specialty beverages, sandwiches, and light menu items to order, including Grubhub orders
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, and allergens
• Follow all food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures, including HACCP, knife safety, and allergy awareness
• Maintain open communication between kitchen and front‑of‑house for smooth service
• Arrive on time for shifts in the proper uniform
• Keep workstations stocked, clean, and sanitized throughout service
• Take and record food and beverage temperatures at required intervals
• Break down and clean stations at the end of each shift; properly store or dispose of food items
• Assist with cleaning and sanitizing café areas, including counters, coolers, tables, chairs, and high‑touch points
• Operate point‑of‑sale (POS) systems and handle transactions accurately
• Assist with dining room setup before, during, and after service
• Support inventory, stocking, and requisition processes as needed
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with team members and supervisors
• Find coverage for shifts you are unable to work and obtain supervisor approval
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

Ithaca College is seeking a Retail Café Barista to support beverage preparation, food service, and guest experiences in our campus cafés. This role emphasizes training, quality, and hospitality with no prior experience required.

You will handle Grubhub orders, maintain clean stations, operate the POS, and ensure safe food handling while delivering friendly, attentive service to guests.