What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafe Clerk/Barista position at Brookhaven Market?
Our Story, In a Sip
At Brookhaven Market, we're more than just a chain of family-owned grocery stores; we're dedicated to crafting memorable customer experiences. Our mission is to bring the world's best foods to the communities we serve, ensuring every shopping trip is a journey of culinary delight.
The Role, Poured Fresh
Brookhaven Market is looking for a part-time Cafe Clerk/Barista (onsite in Burr Ridge, IL) to keep our café humming during morning and mid-day rushes. This role exists to deliver consistent, crave-worthy specialty drinks and friendly service—every single cup.
Key responsibilities include:
- Craft specialty beverages using provided recipes and café equipment
- Support simple food prep when needed
- Keep the service counter clean, stocked, and guest-ready
- Follow opening/closing checklists and handle the register with accuracy
- Apply food handling and sanitation guidelines throughout the shift
What you’ll bring:
- Strong people skills and clear communication
- Detail-focused execution (recipes, cash handling, cleanliness)
- Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced setting
- Positive attitude, professionalism, and willingness to learn
If you’ve got barista instincts and like doing things the right way, apply today.
Daily Café Flow
Start your morning or mid-day shift by setting up your station, running through the opener list, and getting everything ready for that first wave. Once guests roll in, you’ll bounce between ringing orders, building drinks to recipe, and keeping the counter looking sharp. Between bursts, you’ll restock, wipe down, and sync up with the team on quick food prep. Wrap up by closing out cleanly and leaving the café reset for the next crew.
Perks, Steamed Right
You’ve handled the rush - now get the reset with some Paid Time Off. Add Employee Discounts for your next grocery run.
Salary : $16 - $18