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We are hiring a remarkable Barista - Part Time to join our productive team at Le Meridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL.
Growing your career as a Part Time Barista - Part Time is a terrific opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, planning and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Barista - Part Time at Le Meridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center today!

Part-Time Position - Sunday and Monday mornings Additional hours are available picking up morning shifts as a Restaurant Host. Our Barista operates the illy® Coffee Bar of Longitude 87 in the lobby, the very Hub of Le Meridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center Hotel. Renowned around the world and recognized for the high quality and velvety taste of its coffee, illy® is a blend made of nine varieties of pure Arabica that delights millions of people every day. Ripe with contemporary calm and artful sophistication, Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center is situated adjacent to its eponymous shopping destination in Oak Brook, Illinois. From this superb vantage point, hotel guests can access Oak Brook's most prominent attractions with ease. Providing an inspiring setting to work and play, our guest rooms and suites feature contemporary artwork, luxurious bedding and state-of-the-art technology. Join us at El Tapeo, where modern Spanish cuisine and breathtaking views of Oak Brook take center stage. For a more casual dining experience, head to Longitude 87 Bar + Restaurant, serving light bites, microbrews, cocktails and wines by the glass. Refresh with a visit to our Spa Suites or reboot with a workout in our hotel's modern fitness center. For those seeking event space in Oak Brook, we offer several sophisticated venues, including a stunning ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Great Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, Life Insurance (Full-Time Only)
• 401K Match (Full-Time Only)
• Hotel Discounts!

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Provide high-quality guest service through outstanding interpersonal relations, informing guests about food and beverage offerings.
• Maintains proper and adequate set-up of Longitude 87 on a daily basis.
• Stocking of coffee, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments and grab & go items.
• Prepares specialty coffee drinks in accordance with established recipes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-2 years of Barista/ Food & Beverage service experience, preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Being a morning person is a plus!
• Preferred previous experience working in a hotel setting.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Food Handler's Certification at time of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to bend, twist, squat, reach and walk with ease.
• Stand constantly.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Benefits of working as a Barista - Part Time in Oak Brook, IL:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Competitive salary