Barista

Boka Restaurant Group and Executive Chef Chris Pandel are currently seeking a Part-Time Weekend Barista to join the team at Cira, located on the ground level of The Hoxton Chicago!  

ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of America’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
 
ABOUT CIRA: Cira is a warm and welcoming all-day restaurant and café within The Hoxton Chicago lobby, where Chef Chris Pandel pays tribute to a diverse range of flavors and culinary practices. Cira’s shareable menu is born of the 21 countries that touch the Mediterranean Sea and showcases Chef Pandel’s heartfully crafted cuisine, effusive goodwill, and soulful approach to hospitality.  

BARISTA’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

• Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g., preferences of coffee blend, dairy, and sugar ratios)
• Prepare beverages following recipes
• Serve beverages 
• Receive and process payments 
• Keep the barista area clean
• Maintain stock 
• Check if the brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Previous barista experience preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in a high-volume setting

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift 10- 20 lbs if necessary. 
• Safely and effectively use all the required tools and equipment. 
• Stand and walk for an eight-hour shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant.
  

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!  Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!

COMPENSATION DETAILS: 

Compensation: $18-$20 an hour - This is a non-tipped position