Barista | Palihotel San Francisco

Palisociety-; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Palihotel San Francisco, a Palisociety property, is seeking an upbeat espresso enthusiast to prepare and serve coffee drinks, small bites, and other refreshments. You’ll learn our service steps, menu, and systems, and help create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

The role focuses on crafting beverages, answering questions about ingredients, and collaborating with hotel staff to highlight exclusive offerings to overnight guests. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience in a similar position, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Clear thinker who stays calm and resolves problems using good judgment; works cohesively as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, friendly, laidback atmosphere that turns first-time guests into regulars.
• Learn steps of service, products, menu, and systems inside and out.
• Take orders, make espresso drinks, and serve coffee and other refreshments from the bar.
• Answer guest questions about ingredients and adjust milk, sugar, and espresso ratios to preference.
• Work with the team to keep the coffee bar, restaurant, and bar running smoothly, tidy, and fun for guests and staff alike.
• Restock, replenish, and prep the coffee bar and side-work areas as needed.
• Collaborate with hotel staff to make sure overnight guests know about the bar and restaurant's exclusive offerings.

Skills

Related experience

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences — Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

ABOUT PALIHOTEL SAN FRANCISCO:

Palihotel San Francisco is a well-located, well-crafted boutique hotel in the heart of Union Square, featuring 82 fully renovated guest rooms. This historic property has been reimagined to appeal to a broad range of guests — tourist families, design-minded business travelers, tech conventioneers, and international design enthusiasts alike.

POSITION PROFILE:

We're looking for an upbeat, espresso buff to prepare and serve coffee drinks, small bites, and other refreshments at Palihotel San Francisco.

THE TASK AT HAND:

• Create a warm, friendly, laidback atmosphere that turns first-time guests into regulars.
• Learn our steps of service, products, menu, and systems inside and out.
• Take orders, make espresso drinks, and serve coffee and other refreshments from the bar.
• Answer guest questions about ingredients and kindly adjust milk, sugar, and espresso ratios to preference.
• Work with the team to keep the coffee bar, restaurant, and bar running smoothly, tidy, and fun for guests and staff alike.
• Restock, replenish, and prep the coffee bar and side-work areas as needed.
• Collaborate with hotel staff to make sure overnight guests know about the bar and restaurant's exclusive offerings.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Required

• 1 year of related experience in a similar position, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Clear thinker who stays calm and resolves problems using good judgment; works cohesively as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Physical

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk and bend, and push, pull, or lift up to 30 lbs.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.
• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.
• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).