Part-Time Private Coffeebar Barista - AON Chicago

Peet's Coffee•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Intelligentsia is hiring a part-time Private Coffeebar Barista for its coffeebar at 200 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601. This role is typically based within another business or provides an ongoing service beyond individual events. The barista prepares and serves coffee, tea, and food according to company freshness, quality, recipe, and presentation standards, while providing friendly and efficient service to guests. The position is scheduled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Shifts are generally 7–8 hours between 6:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.; the listed shift options are 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., based on business needs. The role requires maintaining a clean, organized, well-stocked coffeebar, following company and client-site policies, and supporting product knowledge, merchandising, inventory, and staff development. Compensation is $25.20 per hour and the role is not tip eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Ability to read and speak English proficiently.
Enthusiasm for coffee and tea.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, including giving and receiving feedback.
Availability on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; schedule generally involves a 7–8-hour shift between 6:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Nice To Haves

Coffee experience is strongly preferred.
Engaging interpersonal and customer-service skills.
Adaptability and a logical, methodical approach to problem solving.
Flexibility and ability to multitask in a highly demanding and sometimes stressful environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve beverages and food in accordance with freshness, quality, recipe, and presentation standards.
Welcome guests warmly and engage with them in a sincere, friendly manner; prepare drinks promptly, answer questions, and guide guests as needed.
Follow company standards and policies behind the bar and at the front of house, including cash-handling and safety procedures.
Keep the workspace clean and organized so team members can quickly locate resources and products.
Consistently demonstrate Intelligentsia’s values.
Follow the dress code prescribed by the company employing Intelligentsia, along with health and safety requirements.
Take initiative with routine tasks, whether assigned or unassigned.
Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked coffeebar that reflects the company’s brand.
Uphold company standards for merchandising, inventory, and rotation of store products.
Participate in coffee and tea tastings to build product knowledge and identify issues or deficiencies.
Assist in training and developing new staff and educate guests and staff about the coffee and tea products carried.