Holiday Help - Experienced Barista

Coraltree Hospitality Group; Cle Elum (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discounts on spa services

Discounts on F&B outlets

401K plan with company match

Job summary

Suncadia Lodge's Source Mercantile is seeking an experienced Barista for holiday seasonal work in Washington. You will prepare and serve beverages and light meals, greet guests, and help create a warm, guest-focused experience in a fast-paced setting.

This temporary position runs from November to January, with hours peaking around Christmas and New Year. The role offers a starting wage of $17.13 per hour, increasing to $17.73 on January 1, 2027, plus team member discounts and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, afternoons, weekends and holidays.
• Previous experience as a Barista is required.
• Previous cashiering or guest service experience is preferred.
• Experience in food and/or beverage operations is preferred.
• Current food handler permit or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests professionally with tact and diplomacy.
• Operate espresso machinery.
• Know recipes for all beverages and presentation details.
• Handle money and provide correct change.
• Know the food menu and serving procedures.
• Upsell drink items to guests.
• Know check handling procedures.
• Remember, recite and promote menu items.
• Stock and organize inventory of products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Barista experience

Guest service

Cash handling

Upselling

Education

Food handler permit

Tools

Espresso machine

POS / cash register

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Barista looking to make some extra money this holiday season? Come join Suncadia's Restaurants, Bars, end Events team as a Barista!

As a Barista at the Source Mercantile inside the Suncadia Lodge, you'll sell, make, and serve beverages and food to guests in a professional and elevated manner. With a warm Suncadia welcome, you'll help guests start their days or see them off with a quick grab-n-go meal. With quick work and a passion for guest service, you'll help create and enhance the Suncadia guest experience.

Salary: $17.13/hr (increased to $17.73 on January 1, 2027).

This is a Seasonal position with targeted start and end dates:

• Season Start: 11/16/2026
• Season End: 01/19/2027

This is a temporary seasonal position for holiday support, with an anticipated start date prior to Thanksgiving and an end date shortly after the New Year. Hours may fluctuate, but will be peak around the Christmas and New Years holidays.

Why join our team?

At Suncadia, we adore the warm, wandering light of a Washington summer. Our summer season requires a team of engaged and attentive ambassadors to craft meaningful experiences that spark connection and adventure for our residents, guests, and community. Are you ready for the ultimate summer job on the sunny side of the Cascades? Choose to adventure with us this summer and who knows, maybe you'll discover you want to stay awhile!

Interested? Don’t forget about our incredible perks for seasonal team members:

• Team Member discounts on services at the Glade Spring Spa
• 50% off at all Suncadia operated Food & Beverage outlets
• Retail discounts at the Spa, Pro Shops, Source Mercantile, and Health Clubs
• Enjoy Team Member Discounts on hotel stays across the CoralTree Hospitality portfolio
• All team members are eligible for and accrue Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• All team members 18-years of age or older are eligible for a 401K plan with company match after 90 days of employment.
• Discounts on rental cars, tickets, electronics, and more!

There's no place like Suncadia.

Nestled on 6400-acres on the sunny side of the Cascades, Suncadia’s mountain resort community offers year‑round opportunities to explore, unwind, and connect. With club and lifestyle opportunities for homeowners and lodging options ranging from an intimate Inn to a classic Northwest lodge or private vacation homes, Suncadia fosters a true sense of place. Offering 40+ miles of trails, championship golf, a luxury spa, inspired dining, and direct access to the Wenatchee National Forest; at Suncadia adventure and belonging naturally come together. Here, meaningful moments aren’t just created, they’re part of the experience.

Responsibilities

• Interact with all guests, internal and external, effectively with tact and diplomacy in line with property's service standards
• Work and operate espresso machinery
• Knowledge of all recipes for all beverages and presentation of each
• Handle money and make change for guests
• Knowledge of food menu and serving abilities
• Up-sell drink items
• Knowledge of check handling procedures
• Remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items
• Stock and organize inventory of product
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Availability work a flexible schedule, including morning and afternoon shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Previous experience as a Barista required
• Previous cashiering or guest service experience preferred
• Experience in food and/or beverage operations preferred
• Current food handler permits OR obtain within 30-days of hire
• Ability to work well with others and function well in a fast-paced environment

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