Barista

Overview

Career Opportunities with Avocet Hospitality Group

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Our organization is defined by one simple word – passion. Everything is geared to providing you a great guest experience in a unique environment, and being served by our team of professionals in a way that makes you stop and say, "This place is different".

Do you want to work at an island escape with 24/7 ocean views and blissed-out beach vibes? Submit your application for our Barista opening and find out what it truly means to be a part of the Tides Folly Beach and Avocet Hospitality team.

Salary: $14.00 per hour + tips with annual bonus opportunities

Location: 1 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Matching of up to 3.5%
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned Hotels and Restaurants

JOB TITLE: BARISTA

DEPARTMENT: ROASTED

LOCATION: TIDES HOTEL

REPORTS TO: ROASTED SUPERVISOR

Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our beverage menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. A barista should have excellent customer service skills and the ability to multitask.

• Greet customers as they enter, identify their needs and answer questions about menu items.
• Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of coffee blend, dairy and sugar ratios).
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, tea, chai, frappe etc., following recipes.
• Record sales, operate a cash register, and follow cash and credit handling policies as required.
• Assist with store set-up, clean-up, and stocking of merchandise.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NONE.

Education: None

Experience: 1 year barista experience; preferred

Skills:

• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of coffee and espresso beverages.
• Cash and credit card handling.
• Punctuality
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equipment to Be Used: Point of sale system; coffee machine; espresso machine and milk steamer; drink blender.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat.
• Ability to stand/walk for an 8 hour shift.