Barista and Bartender Shift Lead

Job overview

The Barista and Bartender Shift Lead role is onsite in Mount Prospect, IL. Pay is $15 per hour. Khepri Kitchen is a community-centered café and scratch kitchen serving specialty coffee, craft beverages, and prepared food. The shift lead guides front-of-house operations while preparing and serving beverages and creating a welcoming guest experience. The role supports smooth café service through team guidance, guest transactions, cleanliness, and coordination with the kitchen.

What you'll do

• Lead front-of-house operations during the shift
• prepare espresso beverages, teas, matcha, and café specialties
• learn and serve craft cocktails, wine, and local beer
• recommend menu items and beverages
• open and close the café
• maintain quality, cleanliness, and food safety
• process transactions and assist with cash reconciliation
• restock and organize the front of house
• support and mentor team members
• assist with catering and events as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

barista

bartender

shift lead

mount prospect il

khepri kitchen

$15 per hour

espresso

craft cocktails

guest hospitality

front-of-house operations

weekend availability

employee discounts

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee discounts, paid time off, training and development, advancement opportunities, and a shift meal.

Why this role

The posting describes a full-time, year-round position with consistent weekly scheduling. Weekend availability is required; flexibility for evenings, holidays, and special events is appreciated.

About the employer

Khepri Kitchen is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.