Barista

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel in Baltimore, MD is hiring a Barista to prepare and serve hot and cold coffee beverages, welcome guests, and operate the POS system. The role requires knowledge of espresso brewing techniques and a strong focus on customer service to ensure a positive guest experience.

The position entails maintaining a clean, organized workspace, restocking supplies, and following food safety regulations while providing friendly service to guests.

Qualifications

• Experience: Barista or food service preferred but not required.
• Skills: Ability to handle fast-paced environment and learn quickly.
• Physical Demands: Stand for long periods, lift and carry heavy items.
• Education: HS diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Greet customers, answer questions, and make recommendations.
• Beverage Preparation: Brew coffee, espresso, and tea per recipes.
• Cleanliness & Maintenance: Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and seating.
• Operations: Process payments via POS, restock inventory, and follow food safety rules.
• Equipment Care: Operate and maintain espresso machines, grinders, and brewing gear.

Skills

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Stand for long periods

Lift heavy items

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Espresso machines

Brewing equipment

Job description

The barista is responsible for preparing and serving hot and cold coffee beverages, welcoming customers, operating the POS system, and keeping the workspace clean, organized, and well-stocked. This role requires strong knowledge of coffee brewing techniques, including the use of espresso machines, along with excellent customer service skills to ensure a positive and enjoyable guest experience.

Compensation

$16.22 - $16.84 hourly

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience as a barista or in food service is often preferred but not required.
• Skills: Ability to handle and work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, lift, and carry heavy items (e.g., milk crates, coffee bags).
• Education: A high school diploma or GED is often preferred.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Greeting customers warmly, answering questions about the menu, and making recommendations.
• Beverage Preparation: Brewing coffee, espresso, and tea beverages according to recipes and techniques.
• Cleanliness & Maintenance: Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and seating areas.
• Operations: Handling payments through POS systems, restocking inventory (beans, cups, pastries), and following food safety regulations.
• Equipment Care: Operating and performing maintenance on espresso machines, grinders, and brewing equipment.