Barista/Cashier

Food for Thought•Lincolnwood, IL

6d•$18 - $20

About The Position

As a Food for Thought Cashier, you will greet customers, operate the cash register, while communicating effectively with customers and delivering an amazing service that is true to Food for Thought’s high standards; help getting the café ready for customers’ arrivals by preparing and re-stocking items. You will process payments via Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions, balancing cash drawers and ensuring accuracy. You will be knowledgeable of FFT products and policies to resolve customer concerns and answer their questions. You will also be cross-trained to prepare and serve coffee, blended coffee, cold drinks, teas, espresso, pastries, cookies and other sweets and drinks.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience with cash handling and Point of Sale system.
Experience with cash handling and Point of Sale system.
Basic math skills.
Ability to work with speed, consistency, and organization.
Comfortable in busy environments.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in Food Service / Hospitality.
Knowledge of preparing coffee-based beverages and specialty drinks is a plus.
Team player, thriving in collaborative environments.
Outgoing personality and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
Must provide valid Food Handler Certificate and Food Allergen Certification.
Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Greeting guests in a friendly, approachable, and courteous manner.
Working on special events and taking on special projects.
Ensure item pricing is accurate.
Stock and refill inventory such as coffee cups, straws, napkins, and utensils; supervise inventory levels and communicate when necessary to ensure inventory is not low or out.
Maintaining food service facilities and equipment by complying with the highest standards of safety and sanitation procedures.
Preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea, and other specialty drinks per company recipe guidelines.
Engaging in additional supportive duties as assigned.

Benefits

Excellent training
Employee Referral bonuses
Flexible scheduling
Career advancement opportunities
Competitive Pay
Anniversary Milestone Incentives
Paid Time Off
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
401K Retirement Plan
FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
Employee Meal Plan
Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).