Barista;

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Missouri State University
• Title:
  
  BARISTA (Full‑time and Part‑time)
• Address:
  Missouri State University – 901 South National Ave., Springfield, MO 65897
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time and Part‑time available; open availability preferred;
  Monday‑Friday, occasional Saturdays. Hours vary; details upon interview.
• Requirement:
  Prior barista experience preferred.
• Pay Range: $15.00 to $17.00 per hour

Makes and serves coffee/espresso drinks and related food and beverage items. Handles food according to HACCP guidelines and quality food‑service standards. Interacts with customers and employees in a friendly, courteous manner.

• Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enters orders accurately into POS device; accepts cash and charge payments.
• Replenishes condiments, beverages, and general supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and temperature; follows HACCP standards.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies, and utensils.
• Ensures proper food preparation by using approved recipes and following prescribed production standards.
• Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
• Greets customers courteously and interacts in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction; relays relevant concerns to supervisors.
• Serves customers quickly and efficiently, preventing delays in serving lines.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to customers.
• Acts as an advocate of selling techniques by establishing good communication and assisting in the buying decision‑making process.
• Ensures all display foods are merchandised attractively per standards; serves food neatly and attractively per standard.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Both full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program)

Full‑time positions also offer the following additional benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or performed remotely, see additional company‑provided time off benefits. Because this position requires work in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not request work (e.g., winter and summer breaks).

Such periods may be unpaid and considered temporary layoff; employees may be required to work year‑round at different locations depending on business needs.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.