Barista - Local Grounds Cabrini
Role Overview
• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people . As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .
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Position Summary
- Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
- Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
- Villanova’s most precious asset is our people . As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .
Duties And Responsibilities
- Provides excellent customer service that is efficient, friendly and speedy to Holy Grounds customers. Treat each customer as your highest priority, being mindful of customers who are waiting. Operates POS terminals and some locations while others use Grub Hub applications to receive orders.
- Actively shares coffee and tea knowledge while actively selling all products. Advises customers of new coffees or teas or featured items of the week. Prepares all drinks according to Holy Grounds standards.
- Maintains the cleanliness and attractiveness of the Holy Ground kiosk by keeping counters and displays cleaned and fully stocked. Makes sure all products are labeled correctly.
- Assist manager with scheduling of student associates. Responsible for enforcing the uniform standards of all student associates.
- Completes the tasks assigned at each shift, ensuring that everything is ready for the next shift.
- Enforces and practices all safety and sanitation policies and procedures for Villanova Dining Services.
- Monitors customer needs and responds to any concerns or questions in a friendly and courteous manner while resolve the issue immediately.
- Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Interest in coffee preferred Will need to sample and test products for quality assurance.
- Cashiering experience of 1-2 years.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong customer service skills.
- Dress and grooming appropriate for Holy Grounds Concept.
- Able to handle numerous tasks at once while prioritizing.
- Will train on all coffee equipment.
- Preferred – POS and Grub Hub Systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Serv Safe certification preferred.
- Cash register knowledge is preferred.
Physical Requirements And And Or Unusual Work Hours
- Espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and cash registers
- Increased noise level around some equipment.
- Cleaning chemicals used.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds independently.
- Ability to sit stand for extended periods.
- Ability to push/pull up to 30 pounds independently.
- Ability to use various chemicals.
- Manual Dexterity.
About Villanova University
A private Catholic research university.
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