Barista

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

A contemporary business hub with the highest standards of innovative hospitality. At the heart of Silicon Valley, experience a first-hand connection to the region’s tech legacy, sports and music venues and discover local adventures blended with artful sophistication. Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley brings an inventive approach to creative events, seasonal pop-up experiences, lifestyle facilities and culinary craftsmanship that culminate in the ultimate urban getaway.

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Offer quick, correct, precise and friendly service that is respectful and accommodating of the guest’s requests of selections and timeliness of service
• Describe menu items to guests and/or suggest products that might be appealing by explaining the product details and preparation descriptions
• Stock necessary products for the successful operation of the outlet
• Stock customer stations with paper products of beverage preparation items
• Weight, grind and pack coffee beans as needed
• Complete all side work
• Offer guests an enjoyable and expertly served coffee  experience conforming to Four Seasons standards of excellence, quality, professionalism and friendliness
• Prepare and serve hot and/or cold specialty coffees, wine and various beverages.
• Clean and sanitize work station daily
• Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and/or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Control cleanliness in the area
• Assist in the overall operation of the outlet whenever needed
• Inform the manager or assistant of all customer complaints and makes appropriate efforts to correct the problem
• Always offer professional and engaging service
• Maintain a good working relationship with other employees
• Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation
• Other duties and projects as assigned
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple drink orders at once
• The Barista position requires continuous standing for up to 8 hours a day
• The ideal candidate will have a confident outgoing personality and a can-do approach to any request.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure is essential and applicants must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends and holidays
• Applicants must have current barista experience and a valid California Food Handler’s
• Certification required
• Must be flexible with schedule – Able to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States – Visa sponsorship is not available

What to Expect: 

• Competitive Salary & Wage
• $23.00/hour
• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Holiday, vacation, and sick pay
• 401k participation with a company matching program
• Complimentary stays at Four Seasons worldwide (subject to availability)
• Free employee meals prepared by the culinary team
• Complimentary dry cleaning of employee uniforms
• Free employee parking

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ Information poster please visit this website – https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

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