Barista - Restaurant, Full Time - Bloomie's Old Orchard

Bloomingdale's is a leading department store known for making fashion personal, fun, and approachable. Established as a distinguished retail brand, Bloomingdale's mission is to guide and inspire customers to incorporate style as a form of creative energy in their daily lives. The company prides itself on creating a unique shopping experience, setting itself apart from other stores through exceptional customer service, a diverse and welcoming workplace culture, and a commitment to innovation. Bloomingdale's values the voices of its colleagues at every level of leadership, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse backgrounds, thoughts, and opinions are embraced. Passion, drive, entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork characterize the company's workforce.

The role of Barista/Café Associate at Bloomingdale's involves creating and selling food and beverage items in line with established standards, focusing on hospitality, product knowledge, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This position is integral to the overall shopping experience, providing customers with expertly prepared coffee and café offerings in a lively and engaging atmosphere. Associates are expected to maintain cleanliness, adhere to health and safety regulations, and follow the company’s professional appearance guidelines. The role demands a hands-on approach to preparing beverages and food items, ensuring quality and presentation meet brand standards. Additionally, the associate will engage customers through samples and education about unique product selections, enhancing their shopping journey.

While no prior experience or formal education is required, the position demands the ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Barista/Café Associates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and passion for customer service, be comfortable using handheld devices and cash registers, and be physically capable of standing for prolonged periods and lifting up to 25 pounds. This role offers growth opportunities within the organization and rewards based on performance. Bloomingdale's provides comprehensive benefits from day one of employment, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with competitive pay, paid time off, flexible scheduling, and access to earned wages through PayActiv. In addition to core benefits, associates enjoy bonuses, employee discounts at Bloomingdale's and Macy's stores, and options for 401(k) plans, pet, home, and auto insurance, among others.

Working at Bloomingdale's means being part of a dynamic retail environment where style meets function and customer satisfaction is paramount. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start or grow a career in retail hospitality, benefiting from a supportive team culture and opportunities to develop both professionally and personally within a renowned brand.