PT Barista | CHI | Armitage

Chobani • Chicago, IL

19h

About The Position

La Colombe is seeking a Barista to provide warm, energetic service and create a welcoming café experience. The role combines customer service, drink preparation, community-building, and representing the brand. Training is provided to help baristas develop coffee expertise the La Colombe way.

Baristas engage with customers, take orders, prepare drinks consistently, maintain a clean café, take responsibility for their station and shift, and support teammates wherever needed. The position is suited to someone who enjoys hospitality, works well in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in quality and service.

Requirements

• Customer-facing experience in customer service, retail, or hospitality is a plus but is not required.
• Take pride in teamwork and embody the One Dove principles of Kindness, Respect, Deliciousness, Efficiency, and Cleanliness.
• Be comfortable using a POS system and handling transactions.
• Be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to frequently walk, bend, reach, and twist.
• Be outgoing, friendly, and committed to making customers feel welcome.
• Have attention to detail and a commitment to consistency.
• Be energized by a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Be a supportive team player who stays calm under pressure and adapts as needed.
• Have an interest in hospitality, service, and coffee, along with initiative and pride in work.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience in customer service, retail, or hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers, take orders, and serve them with genuine connection.
• Prepare drinks with consistency, quality, and style.
• Take responsibility for the assigned station, shift, and work.
• Maintain a clean café and keep the space spotless.
• Support teammates and help wherever needed.
• Look for ways to improve the café experience.
• Bring positive energy to each shift.

Benefits

• Up to 60 hours of accrued PTO, including vacation and personal time off.
• Up to 60 hours of accrued FTO, including sick time.
• Free coffee.
• Ongoing learning and development.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth into café management, training, operations, or sales.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed