Barista

Working alongside a high profile and prestigious team, The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a Barista who is highly organized to work with our Pirrot Gourmet restaurant and create a memorable guest experience.

• Work for a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
• Grow within a diverse multi-outlet property
• Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match

• Responsible for espresso and coffee drinks, as well as the take out orders of Pierrot Gourmet.
• Perform a friendly, yet discreet and unobtrusive service in greeting and serving all guests.
• Perform pre-service and after-service procedures as per standards.
• Understand and accurately follow the standards and sequences of service.
• Have complete understanding of all food and beverage items ordered, including ingredients, methods of preparation and proper service.

• Basic restaurant operations knowledge
• Minimum of 2-year experience in a hospitality service field.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of food and the preparation of hot and cold beverages.
• Good physical strength and stamina - ability to carry trays of food and stand on feet for long periods of time.

• 10 vacation days per year
• 9 paid holiday days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year
• Complimentary employee meals
• Discounted parking
• Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels
• 50% restaurant discount
• 50% discount on spa services
• 25% discount on spa retail
• 80% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Complimentary life insurance
• Complimentary long-term disability
• Retirement plan with 5% company match

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration. As we anticipate a large number of applications, we look forward to connecting with candidates that meet our various role qualifications. To be considered for this position, you must have work authorization in the United States. The salary range for this position is $21-23 per hour.