Franchise Hotel - Barista for NEW Luxury Property InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue - IHG

_This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees_ . _By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer_ . **About Us** For its first ever property in the Pacific Northwest, InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts debuts a luxurious property with more than 200 guest rooms, Grand and Junior Ballrooms, lobby bar, a gym, and a dedicated concierge team. **Your day to day** **The "Avenue Bellevue" development is a newly constructed mixed-use hotel, retail & residence project "The Avenue" consisting of 365 luxury serviced condominium units in 2 towers opening November 2023, surrounded and in synergy with the 208 rooms and suite first class "InterContinental Hotel Bellevue", convention center, several restaurants, 1,000-unit parking garage and extensive 100.000sf luxury retail space.** **Life's too short for mediocre cups of coffee. We appreciate just how important it is to our guests that we get their favorite drink order just right. Every single time. So, the InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue is searching for a barista with exceptional skills, experience, and a double shot of enthusiasm to do just that.** **Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:** + **Taking guest orders and making menu recommendations as our go-to coffee expert.** + **Preparing and serving a wide variety of hot, cold, artisan and specialty beverages being prepared on an espresso coffee machine.** + **Receiving and processing guest payments.** + **Keeping us well-supplied by ordering, receiving, and distributing essential stock.** + **Helping set exceptional cleanliness standards across all work areas and equipment.** + **Clean seating areas.** + **Describe menu options to guests.** + **Order, received and/or stock supplies for coffee making.** + **Receive payments and process accordingly.** + **Serve food, such as muffins or other items as necessary.** + **Perform opening and closing duties.** **We genuinely care about people, and we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each and every day. It's what connects every colleague in all IHG** **®** **hotels.** **Each InterContinental hotel brand delivers True Hospitality in their own way, and at the heart of it all are specific, core service skills.** + **True Attitude:** **being caring, wanting to make a positive difference, and building genuine connections with guests.** + **True Confidence** **: having the knowledge and skills to perform your role, and giving guests the confidence that they can trust you, to help and support them during their stay.** + **True Listening** **: focusing on what your guest is saying, picking up on body language that is often overlooked, and understanding what the guest wants and needs.** + **True Responsiveness** **: is about providing guests with what they need and doing so in a timely and caring manner.** **There's so much more to the job than we can capture here. It's simply about creating great experiences, doing the right thing and understanding people.** **What we need from you** **What we need from you:** + **Prior barista experience required.** + **Hands-on experience with brewing equipment** **.** + **Knowledge of various hot and cold beverage recipes and espresso production** **such as espresso, cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos.** + **Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner.** + **Passion for coffee and coffee artistry** **.** + **The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts.** + **Great communication - you'll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to.** + **Exceptional people skills.** **Compensation** **The compensation for this position is $16.28/hour.** **What we offer** **Why work for Pyramid?** **Pyramid Global Hospitality ("Pyramid") is a leading hotel management company, operating in the US, Caribbean, and Western Europe. With portfolio revenues exceeding $3 billion, Pyramid manages 220 hotels, resorts, and conference centers, both branded and independent. The firm maintains offices in Boston (Headquarters), Cincinnati, Houston, and London.** **What really sets us apart from its competitors is our reputation as an employer. Professional growth is not just possible throughout the company but planned and encouraged. The Leadership Team at Pyramid considers team member development its priority, understanding that success is only achieved in a workplace where every contributor is respected and recognized. This is why we deliver superior results.** **To care for you and your family, we also offer a comprehensive benefits program.** **Your financial well-being:** + **Competitive Salary** + **Competitive Matching 401K** + **Basic Life and Accidental Dismemberment Insurance** + **Basic Long-Term Disability Insurance** + **Life Insurance buy-ups** **Your/your family's health care:** + **Medical (we offer four plans through United Healthcare), dental, and vision insurance - available to you on the first of the month after your start date** + **Express Scripts Online Pharmacy** + **Health Savings Account** + **Healthcare Flexible Saving Account** + **Supplemental Medical Insurance including Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospitality Indemnity** + **Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance** + **Employee Assistance Program** + **Pet Insurance through Figo** **Your time off:** + **Hotel Discount Program (you will have access to Pyramid's as well as IHG's hotel networks)** + **Paid Time Off** + **Paid Holidays** **Your day-to-day:** + **Commuter benefits** + **Delicious free shift meal at our employee cafeteria** + **Stellar back-of-house facilities** + **Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire** + **Support, training, and mentorship from management** + **Employee Recognition Programs** + **Career growth opportunities** **Working with Pyramid Global hospitality is working for an employer that cares about your well-being where we put our people first. Come join us and experience career growth! We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.** **We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.** **So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.** **Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.** At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.