Barista (Seasonal - Winter 26/27)

Job summary

Prepare high-quality coffee and espresso beverages while providing fast and friendly guest service in a high-volume resort café. Maintain workstation cleanliness, handle transactions, and ensure smooth café operations during winter rushes.

Job details

Position Title: Winter Seasonal Barista Reports to: Café Supervisor / Clock Tower Coffee Manager Wage: $19.50/ph Position: Seasonal Contract October – Early April / Hourly Position Position Overview: The Winter Seasonal Barista is responsible for preparing high-quality coffee and espresso beverages while delivering friendly, fast and consistent guest service in a high-volume café setting within a mountain resort. Baristas are expected to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, maintain cleanliness and efficiency and contribute to smooth café operations. Experience and Requirements: * Minimum of 1-2 year’s barista or café experience in a fast-paced setting. * Strong working knowledge of espresso machines, grinders and drink creations * Ability to steam milk, dial in espresso and maintain beverage consistency. * Comfortable using POS systems (Toast or similar). * Knowledge of standard café operations, cleanliness protocols, and guest flow management. * Excellent communication and guest interaction skills. * Previous experience in a ski resort or seasonal café is an asset. Key Responsibilities but not limited to: * Prepare and serve a wide range of hot and cold beverages to standard. * Provide friendly and knowledgeable counter service to all guests. * Handle high-volume rushes while maintaining speed and accuracy. * Maintain clean and organized workstations; including espresso bar and prep areas. * Restock café supplies and assist with inventory rotation. * Process orders accurately and handle cash/card transactions. * Complete opening, mid and closing duties as assigned. * Assist in training new baristas and upholding café quality standards. * Ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety practices are followed. Working Conditions: * Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends and holidays. * Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time. * Must be able to lift 25lbs and perform repetitive motions such as grinding, steaming and cleaning. * Being safe whilst being exposed to hot surfaces, steam and a fast-paced environment. * Outdoor travel between venues may be required in snowy/winter conditions. Additional Skills: * Friendly, welcoming, and professional demeanor. * Excellent multitasking and time management skills. * Strong attention to consistency and presentation. * High level of guest service and product knowledge. * Ability to stay calm under pressure and work well in a team setting. * Food Safe Level 1 certification is an advantage.

What you’ll do

Prepare high-quality coffee and espresso beverages while providing fast and friendly guest service in a high-volume resort café. Maintain workstation cleanliness, handle transactions, and ensure smooth café operations during winter rushes.

Requirements

Requires 1-2 years of barista experience in a fast-paced environment with strong knowledge of espresso machines and POS systems. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and perform physical tasks including lifting 25lbs.

Listed skills

• Point-of-sale systems · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Consistent · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• efficiency · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Espresso Machine Operation
• Milk Steaming
• POS Systems
• Guest Service
• Cash Handling
• Inventory Rotation
• Food Safety
• Multitasking
• Time Management
• Communication Skills

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Customer Service & Support
• Retail