Barista

Chamonix Casino Resort; Cripple Creek (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k with matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Resort perks

Transportation from Colorado Springs/W

Free local gym membership

Job summary

Chamonix Casino & Hotel in Cripple Creek, CO is hiring a full-time Barista to craft coffees and pastries while delivering exceptional guest service. You will manage multiple quick-service counters, handle cash, and maintain clean stations with strict FIFO and allergen awareness.

The role requires passion for coffee, the ability to work calmly under high volume, and reliable attendance. Previous barista experience and basic math skills are preferred; a food handling license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and enthusiasm about coffee, tea, and drink preparation.
• Outstanding communication and guest service skills.
• Experience working under pressure and solving problems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves authentic coffees, espressos, and other café drinks per guidelines.
• Serves and warms breads, pastries, and quick-serve items.
• Provides guests with product details and preparation methods.
• Keeps stations tidy, FIFO inventory tagging, and allergen separation.
• Operates cash register and POS; ensures cash accuracy.
• Maintains calm demeanor during peak times and flexible availability.
• Communicates with management and pastry department about sales, inventory, and orders.
• Maintains neat uniforms and wears nametag; gaming license if applicable.
• Performs daily cleaning, restocking, and side duties when idle.

Skills

Coffee knowledge

Guest service

Work under pressure

Problem solving

Organizing

Prioritizing work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Chamonix Casino & Hotel | CCH
Cripple Creek, CO 80813, USA

Locations

Showing 1 location Chamonix Casino & Hotel | CCH
Cripple Creek, CO 80813, USA

• On-site
• Food & Beverage
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: BARIS008608

Description

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and serves authentic coffees, espressos, and other café drinks per guidelines.
• Serves and warms breads, pasties, and other quick-serve food items.
• Provides guests with exceptional service and product details, such as the blend of coffee, preparation method, taste descriptors, and ingredients.
• Sets up stations and displays neatly, including separation of allergens, such as nuts, wheat, etc. Replenishes display and stock throughout the day.
• Ensures all items are dated and follow First in First Out (FIFO) standards.
• Weighs, grinds, and packs coffee beans for guests according to their specifications.
• Works across all quick service counters serving a variety of Bakery and Café items. Operates a cash register and utilizes Point of Sale software. Ensures the accuracy of cash drops and authenticity of bills.
• Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volume.
• Must be able to have open and flexible availability.
• Communicate quickly and efficiently with management when any issues surface.
• Communicates effectively with the Pastry department regarding sales, inventory, and orders.
• Regular and reliable attendance is a fundamental requirement of this position. Employees are expected to be punctual and consistently present during their scheduled work hours to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the business.
• Maintains and wears all uniforms properly, including a nametag. Must wear a gaming license if in possession of one.
• Keeps track of daily inventory and writes down items that need to be ordered on the order sheet.
• Keep the walk-in and storage area tidy at all times.
• Assist with unpacking, organizing, and rotating deliveries.
• Performs daily general cleaning and deep cleaning tasks according to the cleaning schedule.
• When there are no customers, stay busy by cleaning, organizing, restocking, and completing sidework. Stay off your cell phone during working hours.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated knowledge and enthusiasm about coffee, tea, and drink preparation. Outstanding communication and guest service skills. Demonstrated experience performing under pressure. Demonstrated experience in problem-solving, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. One (1) or more years of barista experience on a manual espresso machine is preferred.
• Preferred demonstrated experience enforcing 4-star standards.
• Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• A food Handling License is preferred.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

$18.00+ hour based on experience

Full House Resorts offers all full-time employees and eligible family members a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and a 401k retirement plan, which includes a matching contribution after one (1) year of service; a generous paid time off program; paid transportation from Colorado Springs and Woodland Park; free local gym membership; tuition reimbursement; fabulous resort perks; and more.

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Experience

Preferred

One (1) or more years of barista experience on a manual espresso machine is preferred.

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