Barista

Driftwood Hospitality; Orlando, Cocoa Beach (FL, FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative hospitality management team as a Barista, where you'll be the heart of the coffee shop. This role is vital in providing exceptional customer service and educating patrons about premium beverages. You'll master the art of espresso, maintain the coffee station, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values your contributions and promotes professional growth. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this opportunity allows you to thrive in a dynamic environment while enjoying various employee benefits. If you’re passionate about coffee and customer care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Room Discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Free Employee Lunch

Qualifications

• Must provide excellent customer service and educate customers about coffee.
• Trained to make fine espresso drinks and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, open, and close the coffee station ensuring cleanliness.
• Prepare various coffee drinks and keep coffee brewing throughout the day.

Skills

Customer Service

Coffee Preparation

Positive Attitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Espresso Machine

Coffee Grinder

Job description

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, 1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, Florida, United States of America Req #7215

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

Why you will enjoy this job

As a Barista, you are the foundation of the coffee shop. You will be responsible for every customer by providing excellent customer service. You must educate customers about premium coffees, teas, and drinks. A true professional fulfills any additional duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

You must display a positive attitude at all times to ensure the return of our customers. Responsibilities include maintaining, opening, and closing the coffee station, ensuring cleanliness and inventory of the station. The Barista is trained to make fine espresso drinks and must address factors such as the grinding of the espresso, the pressure of the tamp, the temperature of the milk, and making fresh brewed coffee. The Barista must keep the coffee brewing throughout the day in addition to making other drinks such as juice or milk drinks.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts
• Free Employee Lunch

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.