Barista
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value due to extensive benefit offerings and solid hourly pay rate complemented by opportunities for career advancement.
- Hourly rate starting at $20.75/hour
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and vacation
- Strong opportunities for advancement in a reputable brand
Pros
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off
- Opportunities for career advancement within a reputable company
- Positive working environment with a focus on customer service
Cons
- Higher expectations for performance during peak times
- May require long hours and weekend shifts
- Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-Level • Full-time
Good fit
- Individuals eager to work in a bustling restaurant environment
- Candidates interested in service roles with growth potential
- People who enjoy frequent interactions with diverse customers
Not recommended for
- Those seeking part-time positions only
- Individuals who prefer low-pressure work environments
- Candidates uncomfortable in fast-paced jobs
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
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace (DFW)
Source: HMSHost
