BARISTA (FULL TIME)

Compass Group • Lake Forest, IL

4d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Barista prepares and serves coffee, espresso drinks, and related food and beverage items, including catering orders. The role handles food according to HACCP guidelines and quality food-service standards, and interacts with customers and coworkers in a friendly, courteous manner. The position is based at Grainger, 100 Grainger Parkway, Lake Forest, Illinois. The full-time schedule is Monday through Wednesday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.; further details are provided during the interview.

Requirements

• Previous customer service experience.
• Previous food service experience.
• Previous espresso-making experience.
• Previous point-of-sale experience.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enter orders accurately into the POS device and accept cash and charge payments.
• Replenish condiments, beverages, and general supplies while keeping the service area clean.
• Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, following HACCP standards.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies, and utensils.
• Prepare food using approved recipes and prescribed production standards.
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Thoroughly clean equipment and the workstation before leaving the area for other assignments.
• Greet customers courteously and interact with them to support customer satisfaction.
• Relay relevant customer concerns to supervisors.
• Serve customers quickly and efficiently and prevent delays in serving lines.
• Understand daily menu items and explain them accurately to customers.
• Use selling techniques, communicate with customers, and assist with buying decisions.
• Merchandise display foods attractively and serve food neatly according to standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free meals, uniforms, and laundering service are available at select locations.
• Retirement Plan.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and Wellness Programs.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Pet Insurance.
• Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and the Choice Auto and Home Program.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance/AD.
• Disability insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed