A Barista prepares and serves coffee and other beverages at coffee houses or coffee bars. Takes customer orders, serves baked goods and snacks, runs and maintains coffee making equipment and monitors supplies.
Full-Time / Part-Time About Pour Destino Pour Destino is an award-winning Spanish dining bar known for its global influences and refined atmosphere. Following our success in Hinsdale and our Chicago Tribune Readers' Choice recognition, we are expanding our presence in Elmhurst. We pride ourselves on creating a center for relaxation and interaction, offering a curated experience that transitions seamlessly from premium coffee service to sophisticated evening hospitality. The Role We are seeking a versatile and charismatic Barista & Cocktail Specialist to join our Elmhurst team. This is a unique hybrid role designed for someone who is as passionate about the art of a perfect espresso pull as they are about the precision of a classic cocktail. You will be the face of Pour Destino during various dayparts, ensuring every guest receives an exceptional beverage tailored to the moment—whether it's a morning cortado or a signature evening drink.
Key Responsibilities Coffee Excellence:
Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and tea beverages with consistency, speed, and high-level latte art.
Mixology:
Craft high-quality cocktails, including Spanish-influenced drinks and classics, with an emphasis on presentation and flavor balance.
Guest Experience:
Provide warm, professional service; guide guests through our beverage menu and offer recommendations based on their preferences.
Operations:
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient bar station (both coffee and spirits). Handle POS transactions accurately.
Quality Control:
Ensure all ingredients, from house-made syrups to garnishes, meet Pour Destino's high standards.
Qualifications Experience:
Previous experience as a barista in a specialty coffee environment and/or experience in craft cocktail preparation.
Versatility:
A strong desire to work across both coffee and bar programs.
Knowledge:
Familiarity with espresso equipment, manual brew methods, and standard mixology techniques.
Hospitality Mindset:
A proactive, \guest-first\ attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, social environment.
Availability:
Flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
Certification:
BASSET and Food Handler certifications (or willingness to obtain them prior to start). Why Join Us? Competitive pay and tips. Opportunities for growth within Pour Hospitality Group as we expand with new concepts like Obsidian. A vibrant, design-forward work environment in the heart of Elmhurst. Let's make one thing clear: Pour Destino is not your typical restaurant. If you're looking for formal entrées and a four-course meal, we're probably not your space. But if you're searching for a place that feels like walking into a friend's living room—a place to connect, relax, and share—then you've found your destination. Pour Destino is designed to be a social hub, a space to hang out with friends and family, or with people you'd like to become your friends and family. It's where you share stories, create new ones, and let the conversation flow over cocktails and glasses of wine. We wanted to build something more than just a bar, a coffee shop, or a lounge; we wanted to create a place that becomes a part of your life's best moments.
Food & Drink:
A Shared Experience Our menu is built around the art of sharing. Inspired by the vibrant Spanish tradition of tapas and pinchos, we've added our own international twist. We don't claim to be a traditional Spanish restaurant—we add our own flair to everything we do, just as we all do in life. Our food is designed to be passed around the table, sparking conversation and connection. It's the perfect companion for a craft cocktail, a glass of wine, or maybe a couple of bottles. From Around the World to Our Hometown Pour Destino was imagined by a group of young men in their mid-20s who wanted to bring the energetic, cosmopolitan vibe they loved in cities like San Diego, San Francisco, London, and Barcelona to the suburbs. After originally opening in Hinsdale, our new Elmhurst location is a true homecoming for co-owners Collin Ringelstetter and Joseph Guerino, who both grew up here. This is their opportunity to share a vision they're passionate about with the community that raised them. We are thrilled to be a part of the Spring Road and Elmhurst community, and we hope to create a welcoming space for all. Come be a part of our story, and let us be a part of yours.
