Barista: Craft Coffee, Warm Service, Fast-Paced Café

GF Hotels & Resorts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

TRYP Hotel by Wyndham-Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville is seeking an enthusiastic Barista to prepare and serve high-quality espresso, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages. You will follow recipes, maintain cleanliness, and ensure a warm, friendly guest experience.

You will educate guests on coffee products, keep the bar organized, and participate in opening/closing procedures. Previous barista experience is a plus, but not required; reliability and a passion for great service are essential.

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 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.

Skills

Coffee preparation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

POS system

Job description

TRYP Hotel by Wyndham-Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville is seeking an enthusiastic Barista to prepare and serve high-quality espresso, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages. You will follow recipes, maintain cleanliness, and ensure a warm, friendly guest experience.

You will educate guests on coffee products, keep the bar organized, and participate in opening/closing procedures. Previous barista experience is a plus, but not required; reliability and a passion for great service are essential.