Encore Village is hiring: Barista in Schaumburg

Overview

Encore Village is currently hiring for full time and part time Baristas in our Dining Services Department. A Barista is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of hot and cold beverages, primarily coffee and espresso drinks, while delivering excellent customer service. The role includes handling food and beverage preparation, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks (espresso, lattes, cappuccinos, etc.) and teas according to standardized recipe.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other coffee-making equipment.
• Take customer orders and handle payments via cash or point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Provide friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable service to all guests.
• Keep the cafe clean, stocked, and always organized.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
• Educate customers on coffee blends, brewing methods, and menu items.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures.
• Restock supplies and ingredients as needed.
• Work collaboratively with team members and support other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or customer service is preferred.
• Knowledge of coffee and espresso preparation is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with POS systems.
• High school or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Lift up to 25 pounds
• Perform repetitive tasks like grinding coffee and operating equipment

The organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.