Barista

DoubleTree Salt Lake; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

DoubleTree Salt Lake is seeking a Barista to join our cafe team. You will prepare and serve coffee and beverages to guests, take orders, and ensure fast, friendly, and accurate service in a busy hotel setting.

Responsibilities include food prep for light items, handling payments, maintaining equipment, and keeping the cafe area clean and inviting for guests seeking a joyous experience.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience as a Barista.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to gauge customers’ preferences.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greeting customers in a friendly manner and taking orders.
• Preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee and espresso drinks.
• Preparing and serving food items like sandwiches and pastries.
• Answering questions about menu choices and recommendations.
• Taking payment from customers and handling cash/weekend shifts.
• Tracking and ordering inventory for cafe supplies.
• Maintaining espresso machines and equipment; cleaning and repairs.
• Keeping cafe area clean, organized and sanitary.
• Resolving customer concerns or complaints promptly.
• Evaluating processes to improve efficiency and quality of service.

Skills

Barista experience

Brewing equipment

Sanitation regulations

Shift flexibility

Basic math skills

Gauge customer preferences

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Barista training (certs)

Job description

241 rooms | 6,000 sq. ft. meeting/event space Amenities: pet-friendly, indoor pool, on-site dining, warm chocolate chip cookies upon arrival, fitness center, EV charging. Located near downtown Salt Lake City, this property provides convenient access to top attractions, including Rice-Eccles Stadium, City Creek Center, Temple Square, and the Salt Palace Convention Center. With Salt Lake City International Airport just 10 minutes away, it offers an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers.

We are seeking a Barista with open availability to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing and serving coffee and other beverages to customers according to the recipes and standards of our Café. Must be able to work as part of a team to help take orders, prepare beverages and provide timely, courteous and efficient service to customers to ensure they have a joyous experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Greeting customers in a friendly manner and taking food and drink orders
• Preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks
• Preparing and serving food items such as sandwiches and pastries
• Answering customers’ questions about menu choices
• Promoting and recommending menu options to customers
• Taking payment from customers
• Tracking and ordering inventory for cafe and beverage supplies, such as coffee beans, milk, napkins and cups
• Maintaining espresso machines, grinders, coffee machines and other equipment by cleaning, troubleshooting and scheduling repairs
• Keeping the work environment and cafe seating area clean, sanitary and organized
• Responding to and resolving customer concerns or complaints
• Evaluating and modifying processes to improve efficiency and quality of service

Requirements and skills:

• Previous work experience as a Barista
• Hands‑on experience with brewing equipment
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations
• Flexibility to work various shifts
• Basic math skills
• Ability to gauge customers’ preferences
• Excellent communication skills
• High school diploma; relevant training is a plus

HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.