Top 416 Barista Jobs in Deerfield Il

Senior Barista
Oasis Coffee & Chai —Lake Forest, IL
- $15 - $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Barista/Bar Full-time Deerfield
Egg Harbor Cafe —Deerfield, IL
- $15 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- On-the-job training
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Broista – Buffalo Grove, IL
Dutch Bros Coffee —Buffalo Grove, IL
- Up to $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Heavy lifting
- Reliable transportation
- Tuition reimbursement
- Food provided
BARISTA (FULL TIME)
Eurest —Northbrook, IL
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Barista
Cafe De Oro —Riverwoods, IL
- Email
- Mid-level
BARISTA (FULL TIME)
Canteen —Northbrook, IL
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Leadership
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Broista – Waukegan, IL
Dutch Bros Coffee —Waukegan, IL
- Up to $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Heavy lifting
- Reliable transportation
- Tuition reimbursement
- Food provided
Cafe Team Member
That Little French Guy, Bakery & Café —Highland Park, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Café
- Entry level
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Barista
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC —Highland Park, IL
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Barista
Food for Thought —Glenview, IL
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Addiction Medicine
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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barista - Store# 09912, SHERIDAN & OLD ELM
Starbucks —Highwood, IL
- $17.25 - $19.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Food service experience
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Café Team Member (Barista / Smoothie Operator) - Lake Forest
Cafe Gimme —Lake Forest, IL
- $15 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- 21 years or older
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Barista - Winnetka
Peet's Coffee Inc. —Winnetka, IL
- $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Barista
Scooters Coffee —Wheeling, IL
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- 16+ years old
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid training
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Experienced Barista / Cashier
New logo —Highland Park, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Weekends only
- Basic math
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Barista
Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea —Highland Park, IL
- $15.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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barista - Store# 52169, DEERFIELD & MILWAUKEE
Starbucks —Buffalo Grove, IL
- $17.25 - $19.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Food service experience
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Barista
Astra Coffee Roasters —Highland Park, IL
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- High school diploma or GED
- Fair chance
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Cashier
HOMETOWN COFFEE & JUICE —Glencoe, IL
- $9 - $11 an hour + tips
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Barista and Server
That Little French Guy, Bakery & Café —Highland Park, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Bakery
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Senior Barista

Oasis Coffee & Chai
Lake Forest, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$15 - $19 an hour

Benefits

Paid time off
Employee discount
Referral program
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Basic math
Barista experience
Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Coffee Skills Certification
FIFO

Full Job Description

Job Description: Full‑Time Senior Barista

Position Title: Senior Barista (Full‑Time)
Location: Highway Rest Area – Lake Forest Oasis, IL
Reports To: Owner / Manager
Employment Type: W‑2 Employee, Full‑Time (40 hours/week)
Expected Wage Range: $15 – $19 per hour (based on experience) + tips + Quarterly Bonus (based on meeting sales quota and profitability metrics)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced, reliable Senior Barista to lead our coffee operations at a busy highway rest area. In addition to crafting high‑quality espresso drinks and serving customers with speed and warmth, you will take ownership of inventory management, equipment maintenance, and building a loyal customer base. This is a hands‑on role that requires leadership by example, problem‑solving, and a commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

Coffee & Customer Service

Prepare and serve espresso beverages, drip coffee, tea, and other menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
Operate point‑of‑sale (POS) system, handle cash and card transactions accurately.
Engage with travelers, regular commuters, and truck drivers in a friendly, efficient manner.
Upsell pastries, loyalty programs, or seasonal teas and specials to increase average ticket size.

Inventory & Supply Management

Conduct daily par counts of coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, lids, and paper goods.
Place orders with approved vendors to avoid stock‑outs, especially during peak travel hours.
Receive and verify deliveries, checking for quality, quantity, and proper invoice matching.
Rotate stock (FIFO) and date all opened perishables.
Track waste (e.g., expired milk, over‑pulled shots) and report patterns to management.

Cleanliness & Safety

Follow all Illinois Department of Public Health sanitation guidelines for rest area food service.
Perform opening, shift‑change, and closing cleaning checklists (e.g., sanitizing steam wands, wiping counters, emptying trash, mopping floors).
Deep clean equipment (grinder, espresso machine, drip brewer) on a weekly schedule.
Ensure counters and any other touchpoints are frequently sanitized
Monitor and log temperatures of refrigerators, hot water, and sanitizer solutions.

Building Clientele & Community

Initiate conversations with repeat travelers; learn names and drink preferences.
Collect customer feedback (e.g., “How was your drive? Anything we could improve?”) and share insights with management.
Suggest and help implement small loyalty initiatives (e.g., punch cards, “commuter specials”).
Represent the coffee shop positively to rest area management and other tenants.

Additional Responsibilities – Often Overlooked but Included Here

Basic equipment troubleshooting – recognize when an espresso machine needs recalibration, descaling, or a service call; perform minor fixes (e.g., clearing a jammed grinder).
Incident documentation – write a brief report for any customer complaint, spill/injury, equipment malfunction, or security issue (rest areas have unique risks).
Compliance with rest area rules – follow highway authority guidelines (e.g., no solicitation, proper waste disposal, access for persons with disabilities).
Train and guide junior baristas (once hired) on recipes, cleaning protocols, and customer engagement.
Cash management – prepare the starting till, perform shift drops, and reconcile end‑of‑day cash.

Qualifications

2+ years of specialty coffee or high‑volume food service experience (barista role required).
Food handler certification (must obtain within 30 days of hire – Illinois requires it).
Ability to lift 30–40 lbs (coffee bags, milk crates, supplies).
Comfortable standing for 8‑hour shifts, with frequent bending and reaching.
Reliable transportation to the work location.
Basic math skills for inventory and cash handling.
Preferred: Experience with commercial espresso equipment and digital inventory tools.

Work Environment & Schedule

Highway rest area open 7 days/week, early mornings to evening.
Shift example: 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Weekend and holiday availability required (high traffic times).

Benefits (for full‑time)

Competitive hourly wage + tips.
Paid sick leave (as required by Illinois law).
Free coffee and tea.
Quarterly bonuses based on meeting performance target, sales quota and profitability.
Uniform shirt provided.

Final Notes

· Background check: Everify and background check will be required.

· Uniform: All baristas must wear non‑slip shoes, a provided apron, and a hat or hairnet (Illinois food code).

Tips: Illinois law allows tip pooling. Our shop will pool tips and distribute equally among all non‑management staff each shift.
At‑will employment: This position is at‑will.
How to apply: Please send a brief cover letter or a note explaining your availability and Barista experience.

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program

Work Location: In person

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