Smoothie Technician - New Store Opening
HOMETOWN COFFEE & JUICE•Northbrook, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
At Hometown Coffee & Juice, our Smoothie Technicians bring some of our most popular menu items to life. As a Smoothie Technician, you'll prepare smoothies, juices, smoothie bowls, and other menu items with speed, accuracy, and consistency. You'll manage ticket flow, follow recipes and portion standards, keep your station organized, and work closely with the rest of the team to deliver quality products and a great customer experience.
Requirements
- Previous kitchen, smoothie, juice, or food service experience is preferred, but we are happy to train the right person.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately.
- Knowledge of food safety practices.
- ServSafe certification is preferred or can be obtained upon hiring.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the café for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Prepare smoothies, juices, smoothie bowls, and other assigned menu items according to Hometown recipes and standards.
- Maintain awareness of ticket flow and prepare orders within expected service times.
- Keep your station clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service.
- Rotate stations and support other areas as needed.
- Follow recipes, portion standards, and preparation procedures carefully.
- Ensure every menu item meets Hometown's standards for taste, texture, appearance, and presentation.
- Check orders for accuracy before they move to the customer.
- Communicate product or equipment concerns to leadership.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.
- Practice proper FIFO procedures.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Follow safe equipment handling and cleaning procedures.
- Work closely with BOH and FOH teammates to keep service moving.
- Communicate clearly during prep and busy service periods.
- Proactively support teammates when additional help is needed.
- Help create a positive, collaborative, and respectful team environment.
- Follow portion control standards to minimize waste and protect food cost.
- Use ingredients and supplies efficiently.
- Communicate low stock, product quality concerns, or prep needs to leadership.
Benefits
- Employee Meal & Employee Discount Benefits
- Paid Breaks
- 401(k)
- Great Work-Life Balance - No late nights, our cafes close at 5pm
- Paid Leave and Sick Leave
- Health Insurance offered to all regular full-time employees
- Growth and development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
