Barista

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts in Houston seeks a skilled Barista to craft high-quality coffee and espresso-based beverages to brand standards, delivering anticipatory service in a refined hotel setting.

You will maintain deep knowledge of origins, flavors, and brewing methods, ensure a spotless coffee bar, handle guest orders precisely, upsell signature beverages, and collaborate with culinary teams to support seamless service in a fast-paced, upscale environment.

Qualifications

• Previous barista or specialty coffee experience in an upscale cafe, hotel, or restaurant preferred
• Strong knowledge of espresso machines, grinders, and brewing methods
• Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-standard environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, espresso‑based beverages, teas, and specialty drinks to brand standards
• Provide personalized, anticipatory service to guests, creating a welcoming and refined atmosphere
• Maintain expert knowledge of coffee origins, flavor profiles, brewing techniques, and seasonal offerings
• Ensure the coffee bar area is impeccably clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times
• Handle guest orders accurately and efficiently, including customized requests
• Upsell menu items and promote signature beverages and pastries
• Collaborate with culinary and front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless service
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and stock rotation
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Skills

Barista experience

Espresso machines

Brewing methods

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, espresso‑based beverages, teas, and specialty drinks to brand standards
• Provide personalized, anticipatory service to guests, creating a welcoming and refined atmosphere
• Maintain expert knowledge of coffee origins, flavor profiles, brewing techniques, and seasonal offerings
• Ensure the coffee bar area is impeccably clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times
• Handle guest orders accurately and efficiently, including customized requests
• Upsell menu items and promote signature beverages and pastries
• Collaborate with culinary and front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless service
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and stock rotation
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Qualifications

• Previous barista or specialty coffee experience in an upscale cafe, hotel, or restaurant preferred
• Strong knowledge of espresso machines, grinders, and brewing methods
• Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑standard environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in luxury or boutique hotel environments
• Certification in barista skills or coffee education (e.g., SCA)
• Knowledge of latte art and advanced beverage techniques
• Multilingual abilities are a plus

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