Lead Barista | Cafe J/Ivan's Cafe

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for the position of full-time Lead Barista at Café J/Ivan’s Cafe within our campus Hospitality department. The UOES division leads the University’s event management, hospitality, and customer service functions while supporting student life, academic endeavors, research initiatives, athletics, alumni, and annual campus celebrations.

 

Lead Barista

We are looking for a Lead Barista who is a master of their craft and a natural leader on the floor. As our primary "Coffee Artist," you will be the heartbeat of our peak revenue periods, ensuring every guest feels recognized and every latte is poured to perfection.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and anticipate the needs of guests, providing excellent service
• Prepare and serve coffee, tea, and other beverages according to brand standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work area, including dining and prep spaces
• Lead by example, while also training other employees on ND Hospitality standards, and the Brand standards of any represented products including coffee, other beverage, and food items
• Stock and replenish supplies in service and prep areas
• Process guest checks, handle payments, and follow accounting procedures
• Assist with cleaning, table arrangement, and trash removal
• Perform side work and support coworkers to ensure a seamless operation

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• 1-2 years of Barista experience
• Positive and respectful attitude
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Pay Rate: commensurate with experience

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.