Barista
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits package, but lower on required experience and career advancement.
- Competitive hourly wage: $18.50–$22.25
- Comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans
- Employee growth opportunities available
- Ideal for entry-level candidates
Pros
- Strong benefits package including health insurance and retirement plan
- Opportunities for employee growth and referral programs
- Positive and dynamic work atmosphere in a reputable company
Cons
- Entry-level position may attract strong competition
- High-pressure environment during peak times
- Possibly lower base salary compared to specialized roles
Who it's for
Entry-level • On-site
Good fit
- Entry-level candidates passionate about coffee
- Individuals who enjoy fast-paced work
- People looking to build a career in hospitality
Not recommended for
- Experienced baristas looking for higher-level positions
- Individuals seeking low-stress or routine work
- Candidates averse to flexible shifts
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
- Holiday pay
- Meal and Transportation Benefits
- *401(k) retirement plan with company match
- *Company paid life insurance
- *Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Training and exciting career growth opportunities
- Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus
*Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.
Join our dynamic team
We are hiring Baristas to join our team and provide world class service to guests from all over the world. As a part of the HMSHost family, you will have the chance to be a part of this exciting opportunity. The Barista creates a great experience for our customers by providing quality beverages and products, quick service and providing a fun and memorable experience for our guests.
What you will do:
- Greet all guests with a smile while taking food and drink orders, answering any questions, calling guests by name and thanking them for their order
- Provide and prepare quality beverages and food products consistently to all guests by adhering to recipe and presentation standards while also providing legendary service
- Stay calm during periods of high volume to keep the store operating properly and set a positive example for the team
- Operate a cash register and receive payment from guests, while following all brand and HMSHost customer service and cash handling policies and procedures
- Keep the store clean, stocked, organized and decorate customer display areas
- Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge to enhance the culture, values and mission of the brand and HMSHost while following operational policies and procedures, including those for safety and security
What skills you will need
- You have strong social skills and love to meet new people
- You have the ability to stay calm and enjoy working in a fast and exciting environment
- You love to learn new things and are able to pick up new skills quickly
- You have the ability to understand and follow verbal & written instructions, policies & rules, and to request assistance when needed
- You are able to perform basic math skills to accurately count money and make change
- You are able to work well with others to help create a strong and cooperative team
To learn more about HMSHost and additional career opportunities, visit https://www.hmshost.com/.
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
Source: Hospitality Online
