The Caption by Hyatt Nashville Downtown is looking for a Barista to join their opening team! Check out this exciting opportunity-
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for preparing and serving coffee and other beverages to customers according to recipes and standards and recipes. Must be able to work as part of a team to help take orders, prepare beverages, and provide timely, courteous, and efficient service to customers to ensure they have a joyous experience.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Greeting customers in a friendly manner and taking food and drink orders.
• Preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks.
• Preparing and serving food items such as sandwiches and pastries.
• Answering customers' questions about menu choices
• Promoting and recommending menu options to customers.
• Taking payment from customers.
• Tracking and ordering inventory for cafe and beverage supplies, such as coffee beans, milk, napkins, and cups.
• Maintaining espresso machines, grinders, coffee machines, and other equipment by cleaning, troubleshooting, and scheduling repairs.
• Keeping the work environment and cafe seating area clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Responding to and resolving customer concerns or complaints.
• Evaluating and modifying processes to improve efficiency and quality of service.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous work experience as a Barista preferred.
- Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
- Knowledge of sanitation regulations.
- Ability to gauge customers' preferences.
- Excellent communication skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AM shift - flexibility required
- Full-time schedule
Weekly day range: Weekend availability
HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.
All positions require service-minded team players with personable, enthusiastic, and outgoing personalities. We offer many benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, life insurance, 401K, paid time off, discounted hotel stays, and more. Pre-employment background screening is required as a condition of employment. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled