Barista

Location: Plenty Goods Café — 1000 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Compensation: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour + tips (average $100 – $140 per week)
Employment Type: Full-Time (5 days per week)

Plenty Goods is a wellness-driven café and meal-prep concept rooted in hospitality, creativity, and community.
Our new coffee bar celebrates craft coffee, artisan baked goods, and genuine connection.
We’re seeking a Head Barista to lead our coffee program, train staff, and help shape an inspiring beverage experience that complements our kitchen’s seasonal menu.

• Must be available:

  • Monday – Thursday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

• Scheduled 5 days per week with rotating weekend coverage

• Prepare espresso-based drinks, batch brew, teas, and seasonal specialty beverages consistently and with care

• Calibrate espresso grinder and machine daily to maintain consistent volumetrics and ensure perfect extraction

• Clean and maintain all coffee equipment, including espresso machine backflushing, grinder burr checks, and proper daily upkeep

• Train, mentor, and support other baristas and front-of-house team members

• Collaborate with chefs on seasonal drink concepts and flavor development

• Pitch and test new beverage ideas aligned with our brand and seasonal ingredients

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and quality standards behind the bar

• Manage restocking, inventory, and bar prep for daily service

• Cross-sell and upsell during transactions; support POS operations during busy times with strong menu knowledge

• Uphold café standards for hospitality, efficiency, and presentation

• 1–2 years barista experience (required); lead or head barista experience preferred

• Strong understanding of espresso equipment, milk steaming, grinder calibration, and workflow efficiency

• Excellent communication and training skills

• Creative mindset with interest in recipe development and seasonal flavors

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated

• Passion for coffee, hospitality, and team collaboration

• Hourly wage: $19 – $21/hour (based on experience)

• Tips: Average $100 – $140 per week

• Shift meal: Free breakfast or lunch each shift

• Staff discount on café items

• Creative collaboration with chefs and bakers on seasonal offerings

• Growth opportunities as our coffee program expands

Please submit your résumé and a short note sharing your experience with coffee leadership, training, and creative beverage development.
We’re excited to meet a barista who takes pride in craft, precision, and hospitality — and wants to grow with Plenty Goods!