Barista

Parable Hospitality; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Volunteer/Community events

Job summary

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel on Newport Beach's Balboa Peninsula is seeking a Barista to join the Food & Beverage team. You’ll craft coffee and espresso beverages, serve breakfast items, and engage with guests to ensure a welcoming start to their day.

The role requires strong guest service skills, prior barista experience, and the ability to work closely with others in a fast-paced hotel environment. Candidates should be reliable, punctual, and observant of food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of hospitality or food & beverage experience preferred.
• Previous barista experience with espresso equipment and recipes required.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with friendly, personalized service and a positive attitude.
• Take orders, answer questions, and make beverage and menu recommendations.
• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages according to recipes and service standards.
• Prepare, stock, and serve small breakfast items.
• Cross-train and support restaurant service as needed.
• Keep the coffee bar, tables, counters, and service areas clean and inviting.
• Maintain espresso machines and brewing equipment.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Barista experience

Guest service

Cash handling

Team player

Multitasking

Tools

Espresso machines

Coffee brewing equipment

Job description

Located on Newport Beach’s iconic Balboa Peninsula, Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel is a boutique coastal retreat just steps from the beach and Newport Harbor. The recently refreshed hotel blends laid‑back Southern California style with thoughtful amenities, including an all-day café, rooftop spaces with fire pits, beach gear, and complimentary bike rentals. Surrounded by the beach, bay, local shops, and restaurants, Bay Shores offers a relaxed, walkable setting where guests can experience the best of Newport Beach.

THE ROLE

As a Barista, you’ll be part of the hotel’s Food & Beverage team, creating a welcoming start to guests’ mornings through great coffee, thoughtful service, and attention to detail. You’ll prepare coffee and espresso beverages, serve breakfast items, and get to know our guests while also supporting restaurant service as a cross‑trained team member. You will:

• Welcome guests with friendly, personalized service and a positive attitude
• Take orders, answer questions, and make thoughtful beverage and menu recommendations
• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, tea, and other beverages according to recipes and service standards
• Prepare, stock, and serve small breakfast items
• Cross‑train and support restaurant service as needed
• Keep the coffee bar, tables, counters, and service areas clean and inviting
• Clean and maintain espresso machines, brewing equipment, and other coffee bar tools
• Maintain well‑stocked coffee, tea, beverage, and breakfast stations throughout the shift
• Process cash and credit transactions accurately and follow house procedures
• Close checks and complete required end‑of‑shift reports
• Assist the Food & Beverage Manager with stocking and preparing items for the next shift
• Follow all food safety and sanitation requirements
• Complete required brand and coffee training
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members
• Support other departments and team members to help the hotel operate at its best

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Guests receive a warm, efficient start to their day with great coffee and genuinely welcoming service. The coffee bar is clean, organized, and well stocked, beverages and breakfast items are prepared consistently, and you’re a dependable team member who can confidently jump between barista and restaurant service when needed.

WHAT WE’R LOOKING FOR

• 1+ year of related hospitality or food & beverage experience preferred
• Previous barista experience with espresso equipment, coffee preparation, and recipes required
• Previous restaurant or hotel restaurant serving experience required
• Strong guest service and communication skills
• Comfortable making recommendations and creating a welcoming guest experience
• Ability to operate a cash register and accurately handle cash and credit transactions
• Basic math skills and ability to follow recipes and established procedures
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a busy environment
• Dependable, positive, and comfortable working as part of a team
• English-speaking or bilingual
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, reach, lift, and carry
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. without assistance
• Comfortable working around commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning agents

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401(k)
• Opportunities to connect, give back, and build community through team events & volunteering.