Barista

Marcus-Clayton-LLC; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is seeking a friendly Barista to join our hospitality team. You will craft espresso beverages, teas, and related offerings, while engaging guests with warmth and expert service.

This role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and a welcoming attitude in a fast-paced hotel setting. Responsibilities include taking orders, handling transactions, maintaining a spotless coffee bar, and collaborating with Food & Beverage teams to ensure a memorable guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous barista, coffee shop, food service, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to learn beverage recipes and standard preparations.
• Basic math and cash handling accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other offerings per recipes and standards.
• Take accurate orders, process payments, and ensure correct items are delivered promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee bar and service areas.
• Restock supplies and monitor equipment for safe, efficient operation.

Skills

Guest services

Communication

Hospitality

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Tools

POS systems

Espresso equipment

Job description

Description

Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is hiring for a Barista.

You should join our team if you believe...

• A great cup of coffee can make someone's day a little brighter.
• Genuine hospitality starts with a warm welcome, a friendly smile, and a willingness to help.
• The details matter, from a perfectly prepared espresso to a clean, inviting coffee bar.
• Every guest interaction is an opportunity to create an UNMATCHED MOMENT.
• Consistency, quality, and attention to detail are essential to an exceptional beverage experience.
• Great teams are built on communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to service.
• Even the simplest moments can leave a lasting impression when they are delivered with care.

You’re a great fit for this role if you love...

• Welcoming guests with warmth, enthusiasm, and genuine hospitality.
• Preparing and serving coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other menu offerings according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Learning about coffee selections, beverage ingredients, preparation methods, and menu offerings to help guests make informed choices.
• Taking accurate orders, processing payments, and ensuring guests receive the correct items in a timely manner.
• Maintaining consistency in beverage quality, presentation, temperature, and portioning.
• Keeping the coffee bar, equipment, service areas, and guest spaces clean, organized, and inviting.
• Restocking coffee, milk, syrups, cups, lids, food items, and other supplies to ensure the station is ready for service.
• Following proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures at all times.
• Monitoring product freshness, inventory levels, and supply needs while communicating concerns to leadership.
• Responding to guest questions, requests, and concerns with professionalism and a service-first mindset.
• Working collaboratively with Food & Beverage and other hotel departments to support smooth operations.
• Staying organized and maintaining a positive attitude during busy service periods.
• Taking pride in the little details that turn an everyday coffee run into a memorable guest experience.

We’re excited to have you join us because...

• You genuinely enjoy serving people and creating positive guest interactions.
• You understand that quality, consistency, and friendly service go hand in hand.
• You are enthusiastic about coffee, beverages, and learning new preparation techniques.
• You can balance speed, accuracy, cleanliness, and hospitality in a fast-paced environment.
• You communicate clearly and work well with guests and fellow team members.
• You take initiative and recognize what needs attention without always being asked.
• You are dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining high service standards.
• You understand the importance of accurate transactions, responsible cash handling, and following established procedures.
• You are comfortable receiving feedback, learning new skills, and adapting to changing business needs.
• You believe every guest deserves to feel welcomed, valued, and cared for.

Education and Experience

• Previous barista, coffee shop, food service, or customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Previous hotel or hospitality experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of coffee preparation, espresso equipment, and beverage service preferred.
• Ability to learn beverage recipes, menu offerings, and established preparation standards.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Basic math skills and the ability to process transactions accurately.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures preferred.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workstation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple orders and priorities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, push, pull, and move as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to lift and carry coffee supplies, beverage products, deliveries, and other items as needed.
• Ability to operate espresso machines, coffee brewers, grinders, point-of-sale systems, and other beverage service equipment safely.
• Ability to work around hot liquids, heated equipment, and cleaning products while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including preparing beverages, handling supplies, and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food and beverage environment while maintaining professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail.

Here’s the Core of Coury Hospitality

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.

Whether it's crafting the perfect latte, remembering a returning guest's favorite order, or starting someone's morning with a friendly smile, you help make the experience special. Every cup is an opportunity to deliver thoughtful service and create a moment worth remembering.

What else do YOU need to know...

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

We are an equal opportunity employer.