Tennessean - Barista

Address 531 Henley St, Knoxville, TN, 37902

Job Description

Are you passionate about creating the perfect cup and brightening someone's day with exceptional service? As a Barista, you'll be the energizing force behind our Cafe experience, where every interaction is an opportunity to craft both outstanding beverages and memorable moments. Your expertise will fuel our guests' days while driving our hotel's success in the competitive food and beverage landscape.

• Coffee Craft Master: Create exceptional beverages with precision and artistry, following standard operating procedures to deliver consistent, high-quality products that exceed guest expectations every time.
• Guest Experience Champion: Respond to requests with a sense of urgency and genuine warmth, following up to ensure satisfaction, creating loyal customers who return again and again.
• Efficiency Expert: Maintain organized work areas and optimize workflow to maximize productivity during peak hours while never compromising quality.
• Financial Acumen: Handle cash transactions with accuracy and integrity, manage deposits, and contribute directly to revenue growth through exceptional service that drives repeat business.
• Operational Excellence: Excel at pre- and post-shift responsibilities, from stocking service stations to ensuring everything runs seamlessly for the next shift.
• Brand Ambassador: Represent our hotel with professionalism and enthusiasm, maintaining the highest standards in appearance and customer interaction.

• 6 months of food & beverage customer service experience, including cash handling (previous barista experience is a major plus!).
• Incredibly friendly, customer-centric attitude with a natural love for connecting with people.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Daily Pay
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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Perfectly situated alongside downtown Knoxville’s largest public green space at World’s Fair Park, THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences offers the city’s guests and residents a stylish, contemporary atmosphere with dramatic mountain and park views. Each of THE TENNESSEAN’s 82 rooms are elegantly appointed in contemporary style. Guests also may relax in the sophisticated lobby, enjoy fine spirits in The Drawing Room or recharge in the state‑of‑the‑art fitness center.

All of the suites at THE TENNESSEAN Hotel are complete with fine touches meant to dazzle all five senses. The smell of freshly made coffee courtesy of the in-room Illy coffee makers will start your mornings with an invigorating kick. Thanks to the Cuby radio, you can begin your morning listening to the local radio stations or by streaming your favorite music through the Bluetooth technology compatible with all smart phones.

Once your glance out over the Smoky Mountains or the World’s Fair Park, you'll soon see what sets THE TENNESSEAN Hotel apart from any other hotel in Knoxville. Each plush suite contains its own private powder room, with the finest local soaps and capital wash room amenities. The feel of the high‑quality luxury linens will invite you to relax in the comfort of the pillow‑top mattresses.

And without ever leaving the satisfying warmth of your bed, call our In‑Room Dining team to indulge in breakfast in bed, redefining what personal luxury means.