Barista

Auberge Collection; Town of Gardiner (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Auberge Collection’s Wildflower Farms in the Hudson Valley is seeking a Barista to craft exquisite coffee experiences in hotel outlets. You will greet guests, take and confirm orders, and ensure accuracy through POS entry, while maintaining cleanliness and dietary awareness in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

The role requires flexibility to work weekends/holidays and to lift items up to 30 pounds, with compensation at $16/hour plus tips in a vibrant resort environment.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Minimum of one year experience as a barista preferred.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Superior professional appearance and manner, good character to work in a fast-paced team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.
• Indoor environment, sometimes humid or hot conditions.
• Ability to lift/carry 30 pounds.
• Flexible in performance of all duties.

Responsibilities

• Greet the guest in a prompt, courteous manner and explain available items in detail.
• Record the details of the order from the guest, repeating the order back to the guest to check for accuracy.
• Promptly and accurately input the order into the Point of Sale (POS) system to inform the kitchen/bar on the particulars of the orders being placed.
• Ensure all dietary restrictions and/or allergies are noted on the ticket and communicated with culinary.
• Prepares beverage orders to accuracy.
• Serve each guest using the proper utensils which require manual dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Assist with collecting and situating food orders from the kitchen.
• Balance tip slips for each server. Run financial reports, cashier reports, and end of day revenue reports.

Skills

Barista experience

Hospitality experience

Flexible schedule

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Sprung from the site of a fallow tree nursery, Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection is a 140-acre retreat in New York’s Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes from New York City. Rooted in meaningful encounters with nature, the property sways with the seasons, surrounded by meadows of native flowers and woodlands. Anchored by its namesake farm with orchards, heirloom gardens, and animals, the retreat offers immersive seasonal experiences like foraging walks, cooking workshops, and healing sessions. A three-mile walking trail links 65 stand-alone cabins, cottages, and suites with the Movement Studio and Maplehouse, a lofty barn home to a dynamic cooking school. Accommodations are immersed in the ever-changing landscape, offering a deep sense of place. Guests are welcomed at The Shop, reminiscent of a well-curated potting shed, and the open-air Great Porch. Dining at Clay, the centerpiece restaurant, features source-origin cuisine that honors the region’s bounty. Thistle offers wild-crafted wellbeing that evolves with the seasons. The property also provides access to neighboring Mohonk Preserve, where wooded trails and cliffs invite world-class hiking, biking, and climbing. Named the Number 1 Hotel in New York State by Travel + Leisure for the 2025 World’s Best Awards and recognized with a One Key distinction from the inaugural Michelin Guide, Wildflower Farms is a basecamp for adventure, craft, and curiosity.

Job Description

Join us on the journey of crafting exquisite moments as a Barista, where every cup tells a story and each pour is a masterpiece. Where the aroma of freshly brewed inspiration mingles with the joy of creating delightful coffee experiences in our hotel outlets.

• Greet the guest in a prompt, courteous manner and explain available items in detail.
• Record the details of the order from the guest, repeating the order back to the guest to check for accuracy.
• Promptly and accurately input the order into the Point of Sale (POS) system to inform the kitchen/bar on the particulars of the orders being placed.
• Ensure all dietary restrictions and/or allergies are noted on the ticket and communicated with culinary.
• Prepares beverage orders to accuracy.
• Serve each guest using the proper utensils which require manual dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Assist with collecting and situating food orders from the kitchen.
• Ensure order forms are filled out daily for next day service and delivered to proper departments.
• Process cash, credit card, and charge sales for all retail and food and beverage orders.
• Balance tip slips for each server. Run financial reports, cashier reports, and end of day revenue reports.
• Prepare the cashier end of shift reports and ensure that your bank is balanced.
• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
• Wipe and sanitize all work surfaces, door knobs, equipment, pens, etc periodically during your shift.
• Perform side duties such as; restocking condiments, utensils, retail items, beverages, ect.
• Put away requisition/supplies from the storeroom as required.
• Assist with monthly inventory of retail items, liquor and beverages.
• Familiar with hotel layout and hours of operations for each outlet.
• Perform any cleaning tasks that pertain to the outlet.

Pay Rate: $16/hour + tips

Qualifications

• Any combination of education that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Minimum of one year experience as a barista preferred.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Superior professional appearance and manner, good character to work in a fast-paced team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.
• Indoor environment, sometimes humid or hot conditions.
• Ability to lift/carry 30 pounds.
• Flexible in performance of all duties.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

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About Friedkin Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

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