PT Barista | Chicago | Armitage

Summary

We re looking for a Barista to bring energy, warmth, and unforgettable service to every cup we craft. If you re passionate about people, customer service, and hospitality, we want you on our team!

What You ll Do

As a Barista at La Colombe, you ll be the heartbeat of our store - a community builder, and a brand champion all in one and we will teach you to be a coffee expert the La Colombe way. Your day-to-day will include:

• Be the face of the cafe-engage with customers, take orders, and serve with genuine connection.
• Create drinks with consistency, quality, and style (don t worry-we ll train you too).
• Own your station, your shift, and your energy. We re all about responsibility and respect.
• Keep the space spotless-cleanliness is part of the experience.
• Jump in where needed, support your teammates, and always look for how to make things better.
• Bring positive vibes to every shift. We notice, and so do our guests.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You re outgoing, friendly, and love making people feel special.
• You have an eye for detail and a commitment to consistency.
• You re energized by a fast-paced environment and juggle tasks with ease.
• You re a team player who uplifts and supports those around you.
• You stay cool under pressure and adapt on the fly.
• You re passionate about hospitality, service, and great coffee.
• You re a go-getter with a strong sense of initiative and pride in your work.

What You Bring

• Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality where the focus is customer facing (a plus, but not required - we ll train you!)
• Takes pride in being part of a team and embodies all of our One Dove principles
  - Kindness, Respect, Deliciousness, Efficiency, and Cleanliness.
• Comfortable using a POS system and handling transactions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and twisting.

Why You ll Love Working With Us

• A welcoming, team-first culture that values you as a person, not just a position.
• Real opportunities for long-term career growth - whether you re aspiring to become a cafe manager, or move into training, operations, or sales roles, we re here to help you grow.
• A chance to be a brand ambassador and make a real impact on your community.
• Ongoing learning and development to sharpen your skills and fuel your passion.
• Free coffee, of course - and a shift full of purpose and connection.

La Colombe is a leading coffee roaster in pursuit of excellent coffee for all since its inception in 1994. Through ethical trade with growers, advocating for equity, and empowering their communities, La Colombe continues to be a pioneer and raises the standards for outstanding quality coffee. The brand is known for providing beloved signature blends, exceptional single-origin coffees, and the world s first-ever textured canned cold latte.

La Colombe operates 32 cafes across Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, Austin, and Washington, D.C. La Colombe s celebrated coffees are also available in cafes, hotels, restaurants and retailers worldwide. In 2023, La Colombe was acquired by Chobani, a next-generation food and beverage company on a mission to make nutritious food accessible to all.

For more information on La Colombe, visit

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Starting wage for this role is $20.00/hr.