Barista at InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences

InterContinental Hotels Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Dubai is seeking an experienced Barista to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a high-end environment and demonstrate exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include crafting beverages, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining cleanliness. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and benefits that promote personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Career growth opportunities

Creative and inspiring workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role, ideally in a high-end environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Outgoing personality with a passion for service excellence.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to various tasks with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Be an expert in all things coffee and beverages, advising guests and colleagues.
• Take and prepare orders with precision, ensuring drinks are crafted to perfection.
• Serve hot and cold drinks, including specialty beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in service and seating areas.
• Provide detailed menu descriptions and recommendations.
• Process orders, payments, and assist with inventory management.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Create memorable and personalized experiences for guests.

Skills

Coffee expertise

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs, inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambiance where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to join InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences as Barista. InterContinental Dubai Marina is a Five Star luxury hotel & residence in the heart of Dubai Marina with 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event space and restaurants & bars. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star presence.

A little taste of your day-to-day

• Be an expert in all things coffee and beverages, from espresso to signature drinks, advising guests and colleagues with your knowledge.
• Take and prepare orders with precision and care, ensuring every drink is crafted to perfection.
• Serve a variety of hot and cold drinks, including coffee, tea, artisan creations, and specialty beverages.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Keep service and seating areas clean, comfortable, and inviting for our guests.
• Provide guests with detailed descriptions of our menu offerings and offer thoughtful recommendations based on their preferences.
• Efficiently process orders, payments, and assist with inventory management, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Demonstrate a strong awareness of safety policies and procedures, always adhering to OH&S guidelines and ensuring your team does the same.
• Be dedicated to creating a memorable and personalized experience for each guest

Why you will love this job

• Work in a dynamic, high-energy environment where no two days are the same.
• Learn new skills, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for career growth.
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and fun.
• Enjoy benefits like staff discounts, and a creative, inspiring workplace.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within a high-end environment.
• Exceptional communication skills in English, both verbal and written, to connect with guests and team members.
• A natural, outgoing personality with a passion for delivering excellence in service.
• Ability to work well within a team, supporting colleagues and adapting to a variety of tasks with a positive attitude.

What you can expect from us

We provide our team members with everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. We always welcome different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

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 – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?