Barista

New street level Coffee shop and Bar managed by Magnolia Hotel Houston!

We are seeking an enthusiastic customer-focused Barista to join our Food & Beverage team.

The Barista is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee espresso beverages teas and grab-and-go food items while providing outstanding guest service. This role plays a key part in creating a welcoming atmosphere for hotel guests and visitors by delivering exceptional service maintaining product quality and ensuring a clean and organized work environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality enjoys interacting with guests and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining Magnolia Hotel Houstons service standards.

• Prepare and serve high quality coffee espresso-based beverages teas and specialty drinks according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Greet guests promptly and provide friendly personalized service throughout the guest experience.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques for beverages pastries snacks and marketplace items.
• Correctly enter guest orders into the point-of-sale system including proper payment handling procedures for cash room charges and credit cards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of coffee machines counters service areas marketplace displays and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Stock and replenish coffee beans syrups milk cups lids grab-and-go items and other supplies as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.
• Ensure marketplace offerings are properly stocked rotated labeled and presented according to hotel standards.
• Follow all Hotel food safety sanitation and health department standards when preparing and handling food and beverages.
• Complete opening and closing side duties including cleaning equipment restocking supplies and securing work areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of china glassware utensils and service equipment during service periods.
• Adhere to all Hotel and Food & Beverage department safety standards and procedures.
• Properly handle all chemicals and cleaning products especially in food preparation and service areas.
• Maintain professional appearance and grooming standards in accordance with Hotel policies.
• Anticipate guest needs and resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly. Seek management assistance when necessary.
• Inform the manager or supervisor of any guest concerns product shortages equipment issues or operational challeng
• Work cooperatively with other departments and team members to ensure efficient hotel operations and exceptional guest service
• Report any injury accident or unsafe condition immediately to management.
• Other duties as assigned which may include assisting in other Food & Beverage outlets or Hotel departments as needed.

• Previous barista coffee shop marketplace or food & beverage experience preferred.
• Experience with computerized point-of-sale systems and cash handling.
• Knowledge of espresso machines coffee preparation and beverage presentation preferred.
• Ability to follow Hotel food and beverage policies regarding sanitation food handling storage and side work.
• Willingness to interact with guests in a friendly welcoming and professional manner throughout the shift.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist in all areas of the Food & Beverage department.
• Physical ability to perform the functions of the position.

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