Cafe Teammate - CAA
Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea•Chicago, IL
•$17 - $25
About The Position
Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is a community-driven café focused on bringing people together through great food, exceptional coffee, and genuine hospitality. The Cafe Teammate helps create positive guest experiences, delivers intentional hospitality, and supports café operations across the bar, floor, or kitchen. The role involves preparing coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and food to company recipes and quality standards, assisting guests, and helping maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming café.
Requirements
- Positive, reliable, and team-oriented attitude.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and cleanliness.
- Availability for early mornings, weekends, or holidays as needed.
- Food safety certification, or willingness to obtain one.
Nice To Haves
- Prior specialty coffee, restaurant, or kitchen experience.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Responsibilities
- Create a warm, welcoming environment and provide friendly, attentive service.
- Assist guests with orders, menu questions, and recommendations.
- Contribute to positive and memorable guest experiences.
- Prepare coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and food according to Fairgrounds’ recipes and quality standards.
- Support daily preparation, restocking, and café procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked workstations.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.
- Collaborate with teammates and leadership to support smooth daily operations.
- Communicate proactively and support teammates during busy periods.
- Take initiative, welcome feedback, and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
Benefits
- Employee discounts on eligible food, beverage, and retail purchases.
- Shift drinks and meals in accordance with company policy.
- Hands-on training and opportunities to develop new skills.
- Professional development and advancement opportunities into leadership roles.
- A collaborative and inclusive workplace built on teamwork and mutual respect.
- Flexible schedule.
- Free food and snacks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
