Experienced and Passionate Barista – Specialty Coffee Shop in River Forest

Black Fodder Coffee Co.

Experienced and Passionate Barista – Specialty Coffee Shop in River Forest

River Forest, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Benefits and perks

    • Flexible schedule

    • Working in a beautifully designed café with state-of-the-art equipment

    • Free beverages during work hours

    • 50% discount on food and coffee beans

    • Being a part of a passionate, highly motivated team

    • Working for a family-owned and operated business that genuinely cares

    • World-class training

    • Endless opportunities for growth and development in the coffee and tea industry

    Why you should work here

    At Black Fodder Coffee, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do. Working with us means joining a team that values creativity, quality, and genuine customer satisfaction.

    As a family-owned small business with a big hunger for growth, we’re going back to the roots of specialty coffee and craft, nutritious food. If you’re passionate about coffee and want to be the best at what you do, Black Fodder Coffee is an incredible place to grow and thrive as a coffee professional.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    An ideal candidate will

    • Have a genuine passion for specialty coffee and a desire to grow as a coffee professional

    • Have at least 1 year of experience as a specialty coffee barista

    • Possess strong latte art skills and a solid understanding of espresso

    • Demonstrate insatiable curiosity and a constant eagerness to learn

    • Show a deep sense of ownership and accountability for outcomes

    • Be fluent in English

    • Exhibit high emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills

    • Have the ability—and desire—to make every guest feel welcome and at home

    • Pay close attention to detail, especially when it comes to cleanliness and visual presentation

    • Be extremely punctual and reliable

    • Respond quickly and clearly in all communications

    • Be able to lift at least 50 lb

    • Bonus: Have technical troubleshooting skills

    • Bonus: Have experience in food preparation

    Key traits

    • Be the face of Black Fodder Coffee and represent our values with pride

    • Genuinely enjoy engaging with people

    • Be teachable, with a learner’s mindset and a drive to get things done

    • Be a true team player

    • Thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

    • Serve our guests with integrity, warmth, and attentiveness

    • Have deep knowledge of our beverages, food, products, and processes—or be willing to acquire it

    • Be flexible and able to switch between café and catering shifts as needed

    Additional Information

    If you have a true passion for coffee and want to continue your journey as a coffee professional alongside a team of like-minded individuals, we’d love to meet you!

  • Compensation
    $20-$20