Barista

Avocet Hospitality Group; Folly Beach, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Avocet Hospitality Group’s Roasted, an oceanfront Starbucks coffeehouse inside the Tides Folly Beach, is hiring a Barista to welcome guests, explain our beverage menu, make recommendations and take orders with care.

No experience is required. You’ll join a team that values passion, growth opportunities, and flexible scheduling, with benefits including medical/dental/vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, PTO and holidays.

Qualifications

• Education: None
• Experience: No experience necessary

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and identify needs.
• Take orders with attention to preferences.
• Prepare and serve hot/cold beverages following recipes.
• Record sales and handle cash/credit per policy.
• Assist with store setup, cleanup, and stocking.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Multitask

Coffee knowledge

Cash handling

Punctuality

Communication

Work under pressure

Tools

POS system

Coffee machine

Espresso machine

Milk steamer

Blender

Job description

We don’t offer jobs, we extend fulfilling career opportunities.

We at Avocet are united under a common goal: create fulfilling, meaningful experiences–not just for our guests, but for our talent as well. It’s about finding the right balance between guiding our teams to be true to the brand and empowering them to be true to themselves. To do this, we’ve invested in a dynamic professional environment and culture that is aligned with the values of the modern workforce.

• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching

Do you want to work at an island escape with 24/7 ocean views and blissed-out beach vibes? Submit your application for our Barista opening and find out what it truly means to be a part of the Tides Folly Beach and Avocet Hospitality team.

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Matching of up to 3.5%
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned Hotels and Restaurants

POSITION SUMMARY:

Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our beverage menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. A barista should have excellent customer service skills and the ability to multitask.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet customers as they enter, identify their needs and answer questions about menu items.
• Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of coffee blend, dairy and sugar ratios).
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, tea, chai, frappe etc., following recipes.
• Record sales, operates a cash register, and follows cash and credit handling policies as required).
• Assist with store set‑up, clean‑up, and stocking of merchandise.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NONE

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education: None

Experience: No experience necessary!

Skills:

• Ability to multitask
• Knowledge of coffee and espresso beverages
• Cash and credit card handling
• Punctuality
• Possess strong communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equipment to Be Used: Point of sale system; coffee machine; espresso machine and milk steamer; drink blender.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat.
• Ability to stand/walk for an 8 hour shift.
• Fast paced; high volume

WHO WE ARE

Get your day started off right at Roasted, an oceanfront We Proudly Serve Starbucks coffeehouse. Located inside the Tides Hotel, Roasted features Starbucks coffees, espressos and seasonal favorites along with freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, fresh fruit, salads, and other tasty treats throughout the day.

“We strive to create fulfilling, meaningful experiences by nurturing a culture that celebrates the lifetime value of passionate talent.”

Amber Topping, Vice President of People & Culture