Full-Time Café Team Member – Leonidas Chocolate Café (Northbrook, IL)
Join the Leonidas Chocolate Café in Northbrook!
Indulge your passion for exquisite chocolates, specialty coffee, and exceptional hospitality at Leonidas Chocolate Café, a European-style haven in Northbrook, IL. We’re seeking a vibrant, dedicated full-time team member to join our warm, community-driven team at www.leonidas-cafe.com. If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and love the art of fine food and drink, we want to meet you!
What You’ll Do:
- Craft and serve premium coffee drinks, artisan chocolates, and light café food fare with care
- Create memorable guest experiences through friendly, attentive, and personalized service
- Preparation of food, elegant plating, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace
- Contribute to smooth café operations, including opening/closing duties, inventory, and teamwork
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Prior café, barista, or food service experience strongly preferred
- Passion: Enthusiasm for high-quality coffee, chocolates, and guest satisfaction
- Skills: Excellent communication, a positive attitude, and a collaborative spirit
- Availability: Must be available to work weekends and flexible shifts
Why Join Leonidas Chocolate Café?
- Competitive Pay: Earn a strong starting hourly wage of $18 plus tips after training, that can total up to an estimated $26 per hour. You start at $17 for the training period, but depending on your impact and contribution, it is possible to earn over $26 per hour.
- Benefits: Enjoy health insurance and 401(k) options to support your well-being
- Growth & Learning: Gain hands-on experience with artisan chocolates, espresso techniques, making European café items, and European café traditions
- Supportive Team Culture: Work in a respectful, upbeat team environment where your contributions are valued
About Us:
At Leonidas Chocolate Café, we bring the elegance of Belgian chocolate and European cafe to Northbrook. Our team is dedicated to creating delightful moments for every guest, from savoring a handcrafted cappuccino to enjoying our world-renowned Leonidas chocolates.
Ready to join our team?
Email your résumé to [email protected] with the subject line “Café Team Member Application – Northbrook.”
Leonidas Chocolate Café is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work weekends and holidays?
Experience:
- Café: 1 year (Preferred)
- Food making: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Northbrook, IL 60062 (Required)
Work Location: In person
