Barista – Six Senses Amaala

InterContinental Hotels Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Saudi Arabia is hiring a Barista for Six Senses Amaala. The successful candidate will greet guests, promote coffee and tea, and assist in managing operational budgets. Requirements include a hospitality diploma and experience in coffee and tea brewing. The role demands a friendly demeanor, fluency in English, and advanced computer skills. Join us to contribute to a unique guest experience in a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

• Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized institution and over one year of relevant experience.
• Experience in coffee and tea brewing along with the production process.
• Familiarity with food and beverage costs, inventory control, and hygiene codes.
• Advanced MS Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of hotel policies on discounts and promotions.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests on arrival in a friendly manner.
• Assist in managing the outlet's operational budget.
• Promote coffee and tea by educating guests.
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and functional.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as needed.

Skills

Coffee brewing

Tea brewing

Customer service

Food and beverage terminology

Advanced MS Office

Fluency in English

Education

Hospitality diploma/degree

Tools

MICROS

Point of sale systems

Job description

Hotel: Amaala (RSIAM), Amaala, northwestern coast, of the Red Sea

As Barista, I fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them, plus our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet guests on arrival in an efficient and friendly manner, using guest name whenever possible.
• Answer outlet telephone courteously and efficiently as specified in departments standards.
• Assist in the control of outlet operational budget, ensuring that all costs are strictly controlled maximizing profitability.
• Promote coffee consumption and tea blends by educating guests by selling coffee, tea blends and coffee grinding and brewing equipment, accessories, and supplies.
• Update signage and displays.
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance, grooming and hygiene.
• Knowledge of all safety, security and emergency procedures related to my position in line with brand and statutory requirements.
• Ensure all equipment of the department is kept clean and in good working condition.
• Attend meetings and training as required.
• Knowledge and strict adherence to LQA standards.

Qualifications

• Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality or Barista school and more than one year’s experience in a similar operational role.
• Experience in coffee and tea brewing and know the coffee and tea production process from growth to final beverage. Know the characteristics of the different types of coffee and tea and roasting process.
• Familiar with Food and beverage terminology, application, operation, costs, menu development, food and hygiene codes and controlling inventory.
• Technical skills include Advanced MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiar with various hotel systems including MICROS/point of sell platforms. Knowledge of hotel/resort and policies on discounts/food promotion etc.
• Fluent in English.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Barista at Six Senses Amaala It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses Amaala is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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