Lincoln Hotel Lead Barista

Atlantic Hospitality•Biddeford, ME

11h•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Lead Barista welcomes guests ordering morning coffee and prepares coffee and tea beverages using the UNIC Mira espresso machine. The role includes educating customers about the drinks menu, recommending beverages based on their preferences, and promoting special items. The barista may develop seasonal drink recipes and propose breakfast and lunch foods that complement the beverage menu. This position provides attentive, timely customer service and helps create an enjoyable lobby experience in collaboration with Lincoln team members. It is responsible for maintaining high standards of beverage quality, presentation, and taste, as well as ensuring food items meet freshness and taste expectations. The Lead Barista also contributes to the growth of the Spinning Jenny’s brand, embodies its values and vision, and remains open to learning and evolving with the cafe. The cafe operates from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays and from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekends. Shifts include a half hour of opening and closing tasks before opening and after closing. Flexibility to work weekdays and weekends as needed is required. The position requires the ability to lift 75 pounds, twist, turn, and stand for long periods.

Requirements

Previous experience as a barista, preferably in a coffee bar, cafe, or restaurant setting.
Genuine love for coffee and desire to create memorable guest experiences.
Ability to develop unique drink recipes and propose food items that align with the brand.
Collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills.
Eagerness to learn, improve, and contribute to the cafe’s success.
Flexibility to work weekdays and weekends as needed.
Ability to lift 75 pounds, twist, turn, and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

Welcome guests ordering coffee and prepare coffee and tea beverages using the UNIC Mira espresso machine.
Educate customers about the drinks menu, recommend options based on their preferences, and upsell special items.
Develop seasonal drink recipes and propose breakfast and lunch food items that complement the beverages.
Take orders, ensure timely delivery, provide outstanding customer care, and build relationships with guests.
Collaborate with Lincoln team members to create an enjoyable lobby experience.
Maintain high standards for coffee quality, presentation, and taste.
Ensure food items meet freshness and taste expectations.
Contribute to the growth of the Spinning Jenny’s brand by embodying its values and vision.
Remain open to learning and evolving with the cafe.
Perform opening and closing tasks as part of shifts.