Barista - Part Time

About the role

Join the Marina del Rey Hotel team as a Barista, where you will courteously and efficiently serve guests by preparing coffee, tea, and other non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, along with a variety of food items.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor at all times while providing personalized service to guests.
• Contribute to a positive team environment and act with integrity, honesty, and knowledge that promotes the culture, values, and mission.
• Communicate effectively and engage with guests and fellow team members.
• Accurately and courteously take guest orders, make recommendations, and leverage selling skills.
• Serve as a coffee expert, providing exceptional knowledge of food and beverage menu items, including preparation methods (roasting process, flavor, etc.).
• Responsibly serve alcoholic beverages by verifying identification and age requirements.
• Complete and maintain required training, such as Responsible Beverage Service Training (RBS Training) and Food Handler Cards.
• Prepare, stock, and serve food items while following all safety procedures for kitchen equipment.
• Maintain clean and sanitized bar tables, chairs, stools, and counter surfaces.
• Routinely clean and upkeep espresso machines and brewing equipment.
• Adhere to food safety requirements and health department guidelines.
• Process cash and charge transactions according to house procedures, close checks, and run reports at the end of shift.
• Stock side stations with necessary coffee, tea, and beverage items, and assist with stocking beverages, mixes, and food items for the next shift.
• Attend all required brand training, coffee promotion, and implementation training.
• Follow operational policies and procedures for cash handling, safety, and security.
• Report missing/found articles or equipment/property damage to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Provide assistance to other team members and departments to contribute to overall performance.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned or deemed necessary by management.

Requirements

• Previous one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Experience working with specialized coffee bar equipment and recipes required.
• Prior experience as a server in a restaurant or hotel restaurant preferred.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.

Skills

• English speaking or bilingual.
• Ability to operate a cash register and process credit cards.
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong prioritization, organization, and judgment skills.
• Dependable and reliable.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Repetitive bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, and carrying.
• Reaching above, at, and below shoulder level.
• Lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
• Exposure to cleaning agents.

Benefits

• 401k plan.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Team Member Travel Program with exclusive rates at sister properties.
• Quarterly team-building activities and community volunteering opportunities.
• Select charity promotions throughout the year.

Pay

$21.00–$23.51 per hour.