Undergrad Student Employee - Food Service

Undergrad Student Employee - Food Service

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Position: Student Employee - Food Services

Department: Food Service - Starbucks (Goodwin FL2)

Classification: Part-time, non-benefit eligible

Location: Lisle

Rate: State minimum wage

Duties:

A Starbucks Barista is responsible for providing excellent customer service while preparing and serving high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, food, and other menu items. Responsibilities include taking customer orders, operating the register/POS system, preparing beverages according to recipes and standards, maintaining a clean and organized work area, restocking products and supplies, and following all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Baristas should be friendly, dependable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable working as part of a team. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with opening and closing duties, cleaning equipment and work areas, and helping create a welcoming experience for all customers.

Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly and welcoming customer service
• Take customer orders and process payments using the POS system
• Prepare coffee, espresso drinks, and other beverages according to recipes
• Prepare and serve food items as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Restock cups, lids, syrups, milk, food, and other supplies
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures
• Clean equipment, counters, tables, and customer areas
• Assist with opening and closing duties
• Monitor product levels and notify supervisors when supplies are low
• Handle customer questions and concerns in a professional manner
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Follow all company and workplace policies and procedures
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors

Required Qualifications:

Must be a currently enrolled Benedictine student in good standing.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Use of computer screen, phone and customer service. May require bending or sitting for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols is required.

Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Location: Starbucks (Goodwin FL2)

Hours per week: 10-20 hours per week

Days/Times Preferred: Open and Closing Shifts - Mornings/Late Afternoons

Hiring Supervisor: Michael Koval

Part-Time Employee Benefits Package:

We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid Leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL Paid Leave Act and AZ Earned Paid Sick Time).
• Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement Supplemental Retirement Savings.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.