Barista (Part Time) - The Valley Hotel, Curio by Hilton

Valley Hotel Homewood Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton; Five Points South (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Daily Pay!

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided for most positions

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality seeks a Barista to bridge daytime coffee service with evening cocktail energy in our Birmingham lobby. You will craft espresso beverages, educate guests on seasonal features, and host the lobby ambiance.

The role emphasizes a warm guest experience, multitasking across beverage preparation, and close collaboration with hotel teams to ensure smooth guest flow.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent education/experience.
• Three to Six months in a food and beverage services environment or establishment.
• Able to mix drinks correctly.
• Provide exceptional service to all guests.
• Able to multitask and handle all equipment in a bar environment.
• Read, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Craft high-quality espresso and coffee beverages with consistency and care.
• Educate guests on coffee offerings, seasonal features, and flavor profiles.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually inviting coffee station.
• Create a warm, conversational guest experience that encourages return visits.
• Prepare and serve beer, wine, and curated cocktails with confidence and flair.
• Act as a host for the lobby in the afternoon and evening.
• Guide guests through beverage selections and pairings in a relaxed, elevated way.
• Deliver intuitive, gracious service that feels natural—never scripted.

Skills

Espresso making

Guest service

Multitasking

Communication

Currency handling

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWAt Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.POSITION PROFILEThe Barista is a dual-craft role designed for someone who loves both precision and personality. This position bridges the rhythm of daytime coffee service with the energy of evening cocktails, helping transform the lobby into an all-day gathering place. You are equal parts maker and host; delivering quality beverages while creating moments of connection that keep guests lingering just a little longer.This role is ideal for someone who sees beverage service as an experience, not a transaction.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIESCraft high-quality espresso and coffee beverages with consistency and careEducate guests on coffee offerings, seasonal features, and flavor profilesMaintain a clean, organized, and visually inviting coffee stationCreate a warm, conversational guest experience that encourages return visitsPrepare and serve beer, wine, and curated cocktails with confidence and flairAct as a host for the lobby in the afternoon and evening — engaging guests, sparking conversation, and building communityGuide guests through beverage selections and pairings in a relaxed, elevated waySupport evening activations, music, or special lobby moments as neededDeliver intuitive, gracious service that feels natural — never scriptedMaintain beverage quality, cleanliness, and presentation standardsHandle transactions accurately and efficientlyCollaborate closely with hotel and food & beverage teams to ensure seamless guest flowREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESHigh school education or equivalent education/experience.Three to Six months in a food and beverage services environment or establishment. Hotel experience preferred.Able to mix drinks correctly. Provide exceptional service to all guests.Able to multitask and handle all the equipment especially in a bar that uses modern technology. Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverage.Able to read, speak, and understand English. Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff, and guests.PHYSICAL DEMANDSContinuous Standing as neededLift, pull, push, bend, and move items to support the hotel and outletsBENEFITS PACKAGECompetitive SalaryDaily Pay!Team Member Hotel Discount ProgramUniforms Provided for most positionsBenefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental optionsPaid PTO401k with employer matchFood and Beverage DiscountsTuition ReimbursementIf you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love for Birmingham, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk!