Barista

The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Life insurance

401K with company match

FSA/HSA

Big fun culture

Job summary

The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs is seeking a friendly Coffee Bar & Creamery Barista to craft beverages, prepare food items, and deliver outstanding guest service in a fast-paced gaming resort environment. The role emphasizes sanitation and consistent beverage quality to meet Health Department standards.

As a barista, you will operate a cash register, handle payments, and participate in upselling and promotion awareness while maintaining high standards of food safety and guest

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a coffee shop, restaurant, or hospitality environment preferred.
• Experience handcrafting coffee, espresso, or specialty beverages is a plus.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass all required pre-screening and background checks.
• Internal candidates must meet transfer/promotion policy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greets all guests in a friendly and approachable manner.
• Crafts coffee, espresso, and specialty beverages to order with high quality and consistency.
• Operates ice cream equipment to produce quality products.
• Operates a cash register and processes payments.
• Adheres to cash handling and comp policies.
• Uphold and maintain Food & Beverage Standards.
• Assist with food and beverage processes including deliveries, replenishment, rotation, cleaning, and storing reserve products.
• Aware of current promotions and specials to upsell to guests.
• Follow food safety requirements and maintain sanitation logs and perishable inventories.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and influence guest decisions with product knowledge.

Skills

Coffee beverages

Cash handling

Guest service

Upselling

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

POS system

Ice cream equipment

Job description

• Up to $2000 Sign on Bonus when coming in at Full-Time Status.
• Competitive Health, Dental and Medical Benefits
• Fully paid company life insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• FSA/HSA
• We have BIG FUN!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Coffee Bar & Creamery Barista is responsible for crafting beverages, preparing food items, providing excellent guest service, and supporting daily operations. Consistently ensures the cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets all guests in a friendly and approachable manner.
• Crafts coffee, espresso, and specialty beverages to order, delivering high-quality and consistent guest experience.
• Operates ice cream equipment to produce quality products consistently and within established service standards.
• Operates a cash register and receives payment from guests in cash, gift card, or comp.
• Adheres to all cash handling and comp policies and procedures.
• Uphold and maintain the execution of the Food & Beverage Standards.
• Execute food and beverage processes including food deliveries, replenishment, data accuracy, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve products.
• Always aware of current and future promotions within the Coffee Bar & Creamery including specials or limited time offerings
• Follow all Coffee Bar & Creamery routines to deliver consistent experience for guests while completing tasks efficiently and maintaining food safety.
• Follow all food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperature sensitive food items, as outlined in best practice.
• Complete and record all cleaning tasks on Sanitation Logs and Checklists as outlined in best practices.
• Follow proper perishable inventory procedures to ensure an accurate recording of inventory
• Identifies opportunities to upsell and influences guest’s decisions through product knowledge and enthusiasm for the sale.
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns to supervisor or Manager in a timely manner.
• To provide BIG Service to guests and ensure their complete satisfaction, inclusive of greeting and interacting with guests in a friendly and enthusiastic manner, anticipating and meeting guest needs and preferences, remaining calm and professional when dealing with guests that are difficult or upset.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.
• Previous experience in a coffee shop, restaurant, or hospitality environment, preferred.
• Experience handcrafting coffee, espresso, or specialty beverages is a plus.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass all required pre-screening and background checks.
• Internal candidates must meet the eligibility requirements as provided in the Transfer and Promotion policy.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, this includes day, swing, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts as scheduled.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

The Mint Gaming Hall is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.