AM Barista- Canopy DC Embassy Row
About The Position
Job Description- At TBC Hotels, we believe hospitality has the power to change lives, in small ways and large, one good experience at a time. Our people are at the heart of that mission. If you bring passion for service, strong leadership, and a commitment to excellence, we’d love to meet you. The Barista position is responsible for creating high-quality coffee and beverage experiences while delivering warm, attentive service to every guest. This role plays a key part in activating the café or lobby environment, maintaining a clean and welcoming space, and ensuring consistent product quality and efficiency during both peak and off-peak hours. You must have strong customer service skills with a friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor.
Requirements
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of coffee and espresso beverages, or willingness to learn quickly
- Comfort operating café equipment and learning new systems and technology
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, including espresso drinks, brewed coffee, tea, and specialty café items according to recipes and presentation standards
- Greet guests, answer menu questions, and provide recommendations in a friendly and knowledgeable manner
- Operate espresso machines, grinders, brewers, blenders, and other café equipment safely and correctly
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of counters, equipment, condiment stations, and guest seating areas
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cash-handling procedures
- Restock cups, lids, syrups, milks, pastries, and other supplies; communicate low inventory to leadership
- Accurately enter and process orders using the POS system, handling cash and credit card transactions responsibly
- Assist with light food preparation and plating of pastries or café items as needed
- Complete opening and closing duties, including setup, breakdown, and end-of-day cleaning
- Work collaboratively with team members and other departments to ensure a seamless guest experience
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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