Barista

GF Hotels & Resorts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The TRYP Hotel by Wyndham-Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville is hiring an enthusiastic Barista to prepare and serve high-quality espresso, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages.

You will follow TRYP’s recipes, provide warm, friendly service, educate guests on our coffee offerings, and keep the bar areas clean and organized while working with a team to deliver a great guest experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for coffee, food, and people.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the company.
• Previous barista or food service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow TRYP’s recipes, brewing standards, and quality control procedures.
• Provide warm, friendly, and efficient customer service.
• Educate customers on coffee products, ingredients, and menu offerings when appropriate.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar, cafe, and prep areas.
• Manage ingredients responsibly (FIFO, waste reduction, inventory awareness).
• Support opening and closing procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain a positive work environment.
• Consistently prepare drink orders in accordance with franchise and TRYP guidelines.
• Maintains the register and bank; balances cash drawer.
• Takes inventory of food, beverages, and supplies needed for each day.
• Prepares serving dishes/trays, utensils, cups, and other paper products.
• Clears and cleans tables as they are vacated; wipes up spills.
• Removes trash and maintains sanitation of counters and storage areas.
• Responds to guest requests or concerns with courtesy and professionalism.
• Maintains regular attendance and adheres to dress code.

Skills

Passion for coffee

Strong work ethic

Customer service

Team-oriented

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

The TRYP Hotel by Wyndham-Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville is hiring an enthusiastic Barista. The Barista will prepare and serve high-quality espresso, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages.

Qualifications

• What We’re Looking For
• Passion for coffee, food, and people.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the company.
• Previous barista or food service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow TRYP’s recipes, brewing standards, and quality control procedures.
• Provide warm, friendly, and efficient customer service.
• Educate customers on coffee products, ingredients, and menu offerings when appropriate.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar, café, and prep areas.
• Manage ingredients responsibly (FIFO, waste reduction, inventory awareness).
• Support opening and closing procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain a positive work environment.
• Consistently prepare drink orders in accordance with both franchise and TRYP guidelines.
• Maintains the register and bank.
• Maintains an accurate cash sheet. Responsible for cash drawer balancing.
• Takes inventory of food, beverages, and supplies needed for each day.
• Prepares serving dishes/trays, utensils, cups, and other paper products.
• Clears and cleans tables as they are vacated.
• Wipes up spills.
• Removes trash.
• Listens and responds to guest requests or concerns.
• Cleans and sanitizes counters, floors, storage areas, utensils, equipment, and common areas as specified
• Maintains regular attendance, is consistently on time, and observes prescribed work, break, and meal periods in compliance with standards.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with the dress code.
• Performs any other duties as requested by the supervisor.