Counterperson/Barista (FT)

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, California, San Diego

Hotel: San Diego (SANHB), 901 Bayfront Court, 92101

Job number: 125736



Our guests’ memorable experiences must start somewhere. So why not with you? We’re looking for a new Barista to take orders, make coffee, tea, and other drinks to guest specifications in a fast-paced work environment.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

• Greet guests and respond to guests needs in a timely, efficient, and friendly manner.
• Uphold the Starbucks Barista Promise of making every beverage right.
• Performing opening duties to include setting of pastry case to schematic, brewing tea/coffee, setting furniture, and stocking.
• Performing closing duties to include washing of all dishes, stocking, securing patio furniture, prep, end of day mark outs for expiring product. 
• Pulling pastries for Pull to thaw. 
• Perform regular lobby slides to include sweeping, mopping, stocking, checking bathrooms for cleanliness, wiping of tables and fixtures both inside and outside, and ensuring patio/lobby seating remain inviting. 
• Perform regular maintenance and cleanliness of all machines.
• Prepare and serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas following standard recipes and preparation techniques.
• Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.
• Actively sample menu items or pastries to guests while being knowledgeable about product. 
• Create lasting impressions through engagement with guests. 
• Clean service areas.
• Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them.
• Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.
• Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions.
• Accurately total, process and collect payment.
• Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, breakfast sandwiches, or bagels.
• Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
• Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.
• Take out garbage.
• Grind coffee beans for customers.
• Wrap, label, or date food items for sale.
• Create signs to advertise store products or events.
• Demonstrate the use of retail equipment, share knowledge around merchandise.
• Prepare and serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.
• Set up or restock product displays.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance tasks on machines. 

 

 What We need from you:

High School diploma or equivalent, plus some guest service experience or hotel experience preferred. Prior café or coffee shop experience a plus. Must speak fluent English. 

What you can expect from us:

The hourly pay range for this role is $17.91- $19.90. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at InterContinental San Diego. 

Note: No amount of pay is wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve.

In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.