Barista - Seasonal

BARISTA - SEASONAL

Reports to Restaurant Manager; position is non-exempt

THE ROLE

The Barista reports to Food + Beverage Leadership and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals. It is critical the person in this position possesses a background and knowledge in service techniques and has a natural ability to manage time. In-depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions. The Barista position is intended to cover morning and early afternoon hours of operation. This role will help with the Seattle summer season through September.

What's In It For You

• $21.30 hourly rate plus tips
• Paid Vacation, Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion
  
  

What You Will Do

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character, driving collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality
• Own all aspects of a guest’s Café experience from extending a warm greeting to executing on requests in a friendly and timely manner
• Participate in daily lineups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the service team
• Be accountable for working knowledge of the menu; and to serve alcohol safely, responsibly, and legally; and accurately account for all monetary transactions during your shift
• Share your extensive knowledge of the coffee world with your guests, using your product knowledge to enhance a guest experience and offer relevant additions
• Ensure your workstation is clean and organized, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, and equipment
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic coffee and beverage terms and strive to know more
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the food and beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
• Assist in other areas of the F+B Department as needed
  
  

What You Will Need

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of restaurants and guest service also required
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Barista in either a free-standing or hotel café or coffee shop
• Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol Servers Permit (MAST) and WA Food handler Permit within 14 days of hire
• Ability to meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
• Availability to work a flexible schedule to include mornings, weekends and holidays
• Fluency in English, verbal and written
• Ability to continuously stand and/or walk for the majority of a shift
• Ability to lift and/or carry 30 lbs. (chair, table, tray, crate, box, etc.)
  
  

Who We Are

Hotels done differently. At Aparium, we believe in the power of People, Place and Character.  We ensure our hotels are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated, elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve. Our hotel is a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities where we operate.

The Café is a place where community and conversation come naturally. By day, it’s a welcoming stop for freshly brewed coffee from Monorail and house-made pastries, offering a comfortable space for guests and locals to connect. As evening arrives, the café shifts into an intimate cocktail lounge for relaxing and events. With its casual yet curated atmosphere, it’s a space designed to bring people together, no matter the time of day.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.