Top 10 Cafe assistant Jobs in Evanston, Il

LifeCafe Assistant Leader
Life Time —Skokie, IL
- $19.75 - $26.50 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- Fast casual restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cafe Assistant/Dishwasher
FIELDS LEXUS AND COLLISION CENTER GLENVIEW —Glenview, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Dealership
- High school diploma or GED
- Hand tools
Assistant General Manager Nutella Cafe
FERRERO —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Online Application
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Manager / Shift Lead
Tropical Smoothie Cafe —Evanston, IL
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Part Time Assistant Pastry Chef
U3 Coffee —Forest Park, IL
- From $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Store discount
- Paid time off
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Prep Cook// Chocolate Production Assistant - Sleep Walk
Dark Matter Coffee —Chicago, IL
- From $17.05 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- English
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Assistant GM Restaurant Barista
Plaza Operating Partners LLC —Hodgkins, IL
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Team management
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Cafe Assistant/Dishwasher
FIELDS LEXUS AND COLLISION CENTER GLENVIEW —Glenview, IL
Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware. Washing dishes and cleaning kitchen/cafe area. Keep all kitchen areas sanitized.
$18 - $20 an hour
DISHWASHER (FULL AND PART TIME)
Bon Appetit —Chicago, IL
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
$21 an hour
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Winn Winn Cafe —Columbus, OH
Prep, prepare, and assemble breakfast menu items to order for front-of-house service. As part of the baking team, you play a pivotal role in the daily success…
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LifeCafe Assistant Leader

Life Time -
Skokie, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.75 - $26.50 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Café experience
Coaching
Restaurant management
High school diploma or GED
Team development
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Hospitality industry experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing food service teams
POS systems
Team motivation (leadership skill)

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Assistant Café Leader supports the Café Leader in delivering exceptional guest experiences, leading daily operations, and developing a high-performing team. This role combines strong service leadership with operational know-how, ensuring the café runs smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with Life Time’s hospitality standards. From coaching team members to ensuring food quality and safety, the Assistant Café Leader sets the tone for service excellence while supporting business goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Leads day-to-day café operations with a focus on hospitality, service standards, and shift execution
Coaches, trains, and motivates team members to deliver exceptional guest experiences and meet performance expectations
Partners with the Café Leader to manage labor, food costs, inventory, and overall financial performance
Supports hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members to create a strong, service-focused café culture
Ensures all food safety, cleanliness, and Life Time brand standards are upheld on every shift

Position Requirements

Strong passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and team leadership
Ability to lead by example and coach others in a fast-paced café environment
Experience working with POS systems, food handling, and inventory processes
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs repeatedly and perform physical tasks throughout shifts
Strong communication and organizational skills

Education:

High School Graduate or equivalent

Years of Experience:

1-2 years of leadership experience in a fast-casual or café setting

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:

ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent
ServSafe Alcohol Safety or equivalent (if applicable)
CPR/AED certification

Preferred Requirements

College degree in business, culinary arts, hospitality, or related field
Knowledge of food costing, scheduling, and basic profit & loss analysis
Experience leading team culture and driving sales through service
Ability to develop and implement service recovery or upselling strategies
Passion for creating a desirable, guest-centric café environment

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $19.75 and pays up to $26.50, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short term and long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

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Assistant Manager / Shift Lead

Part Time Assistant Pastry Chef

Prep Cook// Chocolate Production Assistant - Sleep Walk

Assistant GM Restaurant Barista

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