BARISTA (PART TIME)

Compass Group•Rockford, IL

13d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Fresh Ideas Management is hiring a part-time Barista at Rockford University in Rockford, Illinois. The Barista prepares and serves coffee, espresso drinks, and related food and beverage items while following approved recipes, production standards, food-safety practices, and HACCP guidelines. The role includes accurately entering orders and processing payments, maintaining clean and orderly service areas and equipment, merchandising and serving food attractively, and providing fast, courteous customer service. The Barista explains menu items, helps customers make purchasing decisions, and relays relevant customer concerns to supervisors. Prior barista experience is required. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; additional schedule details are provided during the interview. The stated pay range is $16.00 to $17.00 per hour.

Requirements

Prior barista experience is required.
Must be able 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 a POS device and accept cash and charge payments.
Replenish condiments, beverages, and general supplies while maintaining service-area cleanliness.
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 for other assignments.
Greet customers courteously and interact with them to ensure 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 and good communication to assist customers in purchasing decisions.
Merchandise display foods attractively and serve food neatly according to standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.