Lead Barista

Infuse Hospitality

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    As a Lead Barista, you will craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages, support daily café operations, and help create a welcoming, service-forward experience for employees, clients, and visitors. Infuse Hospitality, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, provides culinary and hospitality solutions for corporate workplaces, specialty venues, and the activation of mixed-use spaces.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, IL

    Description

    We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and hospitality-driven Lead Barista to join our team in a polished, guest-facing corporate dining café environment. This role is centered on delivering exceptional coffee service and elevated hospitality within a professional workplace setting. As a Lead Barista, you will craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages, support daily café operations, and help create a welcoming, service-forward experience for employees, clients, and visitors. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in consistency, presentation, and guest engagement.

    Who Are You?

    • You are passionate about coffee and hospitality and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences.
    • You’re confident behind an espresso bar and maintain consistency and accuracy with every beverage.
    • You have a warm, engaging personality that helps foster an inviting and professional café environment.
    • You take pride in representing a workplace hospitality program with polish, attentiveness, and care.
    • You enjoy being part of a high-service café presence within a corporate setting.


    Responsibilities

    • Prepare and serve coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and specialty drinks with speed, precision, and consistency.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workspace in accordance with all health and safety standards.
    • Provide warm, attentive service to every guest, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
    • Assist with POS transactions, restocking, and maintaining product displays.
    • Take ownership of inventory, including tracking, ordering, and maintaining appropriate par levels.
    • Open and close the café, ensuring all operational procedures are completed accurately and efficiently.
    • Uphold an environment of hospitality, teamwork, and professionalism.

    Qualifications

    • Previous barista or café experience
    • Strong communication skills and a guest-focused mindset.
    • A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
    • Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

    Compensation & Perks

    • Competitive hourly pay plus tips.
    • Consistent weekday schedule with no late nights or weekends.
    • Opportunity to grow within a hospitality-driven company.

    Infuse Hospitality, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, provides culinary and hospitality solutions for corporate workplaces, specialty venues, and the activation of mixed-use spaces. With a passion for authentic experiences and a commitment to thoughtful innovation, Infuse is redefining how hospitality enhances the places where we work, gather, and connect. Infuse currently operates dining locations nationwide. More information about Infuse Hospitality can be found at Infuse Hospitality | Redefining how hospitality enhances the places where we work.

    Don’t meet all the requirements but feel confident in your ability to make an impact? We encourage you to apply. Research shows that many candidates hesitate if they don’t meet every qualification, but we value potential, growth, and diverse perspectives. If this role aligns with your goals, we’d love to hear from you.

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