Student Worker - Barista - MSEE - Purdue Retail Dining - Purdue - Retail Dining
Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of customers every day across 15 countries. As a company deeply rooted in service and united by a purpose-driven mission, Aramark focuses on delivering high-quality experiences to its customers, partners, and communities. At Aramark, the commitment to equal employment opportunity is a core value, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. The company encourages diversity and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Student Worker - Barista role at Aramark offers a dynamic opportunity for students and individuals seeking part-time employment within a supportive and mission-driven environment. The position primarily focuses on crafting memorable customer experiences by delivering timely service and quality beverages in a clean and inviting atmosphere. Working as a Student Worker - Barista means playing an essential part in the daily operations of a coffee bar setting, including processing transactions with accuracy, preparing specialty coffees and beverages according to brand standards, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the service area.
This role offers invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, food and beverage preparation, and cash handling. It demands attention to detail, the ability to work independently with limited supervision, and a dedication to following health and safety protocols including food safety policies. Employees in this role can expect to gain competency in operating POS systems, balancing registers, and performing opening and closing duties such as stocking, cleaning, and sanitizing the coffee station.
Aramark’s Student Worker - Barista position is designed to accommodate the energetic and flexible schedules of students or individuals looking to supplement their income, offering development opportunities in a fast-paced and team-oriented workplace. Employees become part of a larger community focused on service and continuous improvement, with a supportive structure that promotes skill development and personal growth. The environment encourages adherence to high standards of quality, safety, and service while fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.
Whether you are looking to build foundational skills for a career in hospitality, retail, or customer service, or simply want to work in a vibrant coffee service setting with a dependable employer, the Student Worker - Barista role at Aramark provides an excellent platform. The position not only allows you to contribute to creating great experiences for customers but also supports your educational and professional advancement through practical work experiences consistent with industry standards and Aramark’s core values.
The Student Worker - Barista role at Aramark offers a dynamic opportunity for students and individuals seeking part-time employment within a supportive and mission-driven environment. The position primarily focuses on crafting memorable customer experiences by delivering timely service and quality beverages in a clean and inviting atmosphere. Working as a Student Worker - Barista means playing an essential part in the daily operations of a coffee bar setting, including processing transactions with accuracy, preparing specialty coffees and beverages according to brand standards, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the service area.
This role offers invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, food and beverage preparation, and cash handling. It demands attention to detail, the ability to work independently with limited supervision, and a dedication to following health and safety protocols including food safety policies. Employees in this role can expect to gain competency in operating POS systems, balancing registers, and performing opening and closing duties such as stocking, cleaning, and sanitizing the coffee station.
Aramark’s Student Worker - Barista position is designed to accommodate the energetic and flexible schedules of students or individuals looking to supplement their income, offering development opportunities in a fast-paced and team-oriented workplace. Employees become part of a larger community focused on service and continuous improvement, with a supportive structure that promotes skill development and personal growth. The environment encourages adherence to high standards of quality, safety, and service while fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.
Whether you are looking to build foundational skills for a career in hospitality, retail, or customer service, or simply want to work in a vibrant coffee service setting with a dependable employer, the Student Worker - Barista role at Aramark provides an excellent platform. The position not only allows you to contribute to creating great experiences for customers but also supports your educational and professional advancement through practical work experiences consistent with industry standards and Aramark’s core values.
Job Requirements
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing
- Must follow required dress code as assigned
- Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes
- Basic math and counting skills required
- Complete Food Handling Certification as required
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
Job Qualifications
- Previous customer service experience preferred
- Previous cash handling experience preferred
- Previous experience as a barista preferred
- Basic math and counting skills required
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
- Must follow required dress code as assigned
- Able to read and communicate in English and able to follow recipes
- Complete Food Handling Certification as required
Job Duties
- Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and credit card transactions
- Greet and assist customers while anticipating their needs
- Prepare and serve coffees, teas, specialty beverages per brand standards
- Prepare and serve food items in line with location standards
- Count, organize and balance cash drawer, fill out the cashier slip and make deposits
- Adhere to Aramark's cash handling policies and procedures
- Set up and breakdown coffee bar, stations or store including cleaning and sanitizing
- Maintain clean and sanitary work area
- Stock beverage coolers, grab and go items, service ware and condiments
- Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products
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