Barista - Cleo's Coffee Bar

Caesars Entertainment; Stateline (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment in Stateline, NV is seeking a friendly barista to join our coffee team at Harrah’s/Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe. You will greet guests, help them choose beverages, and prepare espresso-based drinks to Harrah's standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean service area, handling cash, and delivering warm, attentive service. Previous cafe experience is a plus; strong English and math skills help ensure accurate orders and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience working in espresso or food service establishment preferred.
• Literate and fluent in English.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Good math and money handling skills.
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes and connect with every customer to provide excellent customer service.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet sales goals.
• Assists customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales.
• Responds to customer needs and says thank you to every customer.
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Demonstrates “just say yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Prepares a variety of customer beverage orders such as espresso drinks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

English fluency

Team player

Education

High School diploma

Job description

WE ARE CAESARS
At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.
Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary"
Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence.”
Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”
Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

Job Summary

This job ensures service standards are met and surpassed by providing customers with prompt, quality coffee selection, purchase, and preparation.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Welcomes and connect with every customer to provide excellent customer service.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet sales goals.
• Assists customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales.
• Responds to customer needs and says thank you to every customer.
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Demonstrates “just say yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Prepares a variety of customer beverage orders such as espresso drinks and Coffee of the Day Harrah's standards.
• Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow at each station.
• Performs cleaning tasks in accordance with the Duty Rosters and cleaning standards and works as a store team player.
• Presents oneself professionally and demonstrates clear communication by using Star Skills with all customer and partner interactions.
• Follows standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating and storing all products.
• Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with preventative maintenance checklist.
• Follows cash handling and register policies
• Follows inventory stocking and recording guidelines
• Learns and demonstrates creating the Coffee Bar Experience.
• Learns and demonstrates all performance standards by completing training and passing barista certification with a score of 90% or better.

What You Will Need

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience working in espresso or food service establishment preferred
• Literate and fluent in English
• Excellent communication and guest service skills
• Good math and money handling skills
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business
• Acts as a role model to other Team Members and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars Entertainment and encourages others to do the same. Adheres to all regulatory, company and department policies and procedures

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to grasp, hold, reach, bend, push-pull, use a step stool, have hand-eye coordination
• Ability to constantly walk and stand during shift
• Mobility to move quickly and easily throughout the outlet area
• Ability to hear and use visual inspection
• Positions that have contact with the public require the ability to work in a noisy
  environment, and may be exposed to guests who use tobacco products. Also, non-public contact positions may be required to enter public areas from time to time, in connection with their duties, and may be subject to the same environment.

About Us

At Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, we want you as a partner in a win-win relationship. We want you to maximize your skills and talents to become the best you can be in your chosen field. We are proud to be one of the leaders in the hospitality business. One of the reasons our resorts have consistently received 4-Star and 4-Diamond Awards is because of the friendly, top quality people we hire to serve our guests. Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe are located on the south shore of magnificent Lake Tahoe, America’s largest alpine lake and number one vacation destination. Visitors are drawn to Lake Tahoe’s year round recreation, which includes skiing and snowboarding in the winter months and hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golf kayaking, sailing and a plethora of other recreation opportunities in the spring, summer and fall. Add to this, the lively, round-the-clock gaming and indoor entertainment, world-class amenities, which include two heated pools , a full-service health spa, various restaurants, including the world renowned, Hell’s Kitchen, 1,254 rooms and suites plus excellent guest service, and you can understand why Harrah’s & Caesars Republic are popular choices for travelers and vacationers throughout the year.

At Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, we want you as a partner in a win-win relationship. We want you to maximize your skills and talents to become the best you can be in your chosen field. We are proud to be one of the leaders in the hospitality business. One of the reasons our resorts have consistently received 4-Star and 4-Diamond Awards is because of the friendly, top quality people we hire to serve our guests. Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe are located on the south shore of magnificent Lake Tahoe, America’s largest alpine lake and number one vacation destination. Visitors are drawn to Lake Tahoe’s year round recreation, which includes skiing and snowboarding in the winter months and hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golf kayaking, sailing and a plethora of other recreation opportunities in the spring, summer and fall. Add to this, the lively, round-the-clock gaming and indoor entertainment, world-class amenities, which include two heated pools , a full-service health spa, various restaurants, including the world renowned, Hell’s Kitchen, 1,254 rooms and suites plus excellent guest service, and you can understand why Harrah’s & Caesars Republic are popular choices for travelers and vacationers throughout the year.
Besides living in one of the Earth’s most beautiful locations you will join a company that understands how to treat employees. As an industry leader, Harrah’s believes a successful company starts with satisfied employees. Whether it’s professional advancement or personal recognition, Harrah’s provides accolades and incentives as you move along your career path.

TOGETHER WE WIN
We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.
DISCLAIMER
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.
As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ADA
Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Job Info

• Job Identification 88088
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary