Spark'd Barista |Hotel Du Pont | Wilmington, DE

PM New•Wilmington, DE

About The Position

The Barista prepares and serves drinks and food items in a warm, inviting manner, interacting throughout the day with hotel guests and other patrons. The role calls for a friendly, outgoing personality and building rapport with customers by learning their names and favorite drinks and food items. Baristas explain coffee and tea regions, flavor differences, and blends to customers; take orders and convey them to team members for preparation; and maintain inventory by replenishing coffee beans and food supplies and stocking brewing equipment. Restaurant experience is preferred but not required, as training is available for someone eager to learn and make a positive impact on guests. The job requires flexible scheduling, including weekends, and substantial time on one's feet.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Food Handler’s Permit.
Friendly, outgoing, people-oriented personality.
Ability to think on your feet and work calmly under pressure.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends.
Able to spend substantial time on your feet and occasionally carry or lift up to 25 pounds, walk, bend or twist, and climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the food and beverage industry; restaurant experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve drinks and food items in a warm and inviting manner.
Interact with hotel guests and other patrons, building rapport by learning their names and favorite drinks and food items.
Explain coffee and tea regions and differences in flavors and blends to customers.
Take orders and convey them to team members for preparation.
Replenish coffee bean and food supplies and stock brewing equipment.