Barista - Shedd Aquarium

Job Listing: Barista

Nothing beats the power of being at a live event. Thats why were proud to announce the launch of Sodexo Live! our brand dedicated to the sports events and hospitality industry. We concentrate all of our skills insight and experience into one brand that instinctively knows how to make the most of every moment. Lets go Live! together.

Location: We are seeking a Barista for the Shedd Aquarium located in Chicago IL.

Shedd Aquarium is one of oldest and most respected aquariums in North America. The Aquarium cares for more than 32000 animals and maintains the most diverse aquatic collection in the world with more than 1500 species. Shedd Aquarium is dedicated to conservation education animal care and conservation science and research. As Chicagos top tourist attraction and the most attended US Aquarium in 2012 the Aquarium welcomes more than 2 million guests annually. Shedd Aquarium is an economic contributor and is the crown jewel of Chicagos cultural attractions.

Principal Function:

The Baristas highest priorities will be to support overall profitability and guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service while maintaining Sodexo Live!s standards for safety cleanliness sanitation. They will create and serve coffeebased beverages and will serve light snack items within a Quick Serve environment typically within a restaurant Convention Center or other Sodexo Live! events venue that features a coffee bar.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maximize customer satisfaction by preparing and serving coffee drinks beverages and snack items in accordance with Sodexo Live! standards and guest expectations.
• Contribute to goal of 100 customer satisfaction through personal commitment to teamwork and service.
• Implement support and maintain standards for workplace safety at all times.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instructions.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Ability to follow written and oral direction.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Must be able to speak read write and understand the primary language(s) used by guests who typically visit the work location.

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightlyquartered environment.

Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age genetic information status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal State or Local law.