Barista

The Lobby Market Barista will be brewing crafted coffees and teas for guests to enjoy. This position will be responsible for greeting and welcoming guests, taking and fulfilling guest orders, and providing overall counter-style, breakfast service. The barista is expected to prepare hot and cold beverages while maintaining a clean environment for guests and customers. This role will work closely with leadership to ensure the hotel meets and exceeds the expectations of our guests. The ideal person for this position will have a passion for great food and great service!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Offer outstanding service to our guests
• Responsible for proper cash handling per policies and procedures

About the Hotel:

Setting the standard for grand hospitality, Hotel Kansas City has delivered an experience like no other since its opening in late 2020. Named one of the “Best New Hotels in the World” by Travel + Leisure, and Kansas City’s newest #1 Hotel on TripAdvisor, guests can indulge in Victorian-inspired guest rooms merged with modern twists, preserved touches like hand-hewn walnut and stained glass windows, and multiple show-stopping food and beverage outlets. Centrally located in the historic Kansas City Club Building, the hotel is only steps away from the city’s best nightlife, restaurants, and shopping

About Hyatt:

Well-being is the ultimate realization of our purpose — we care for people so they can be their best. We believe this focus on our colleagues is the key to our success and we’ve earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious “100 Best Companies to Work For®” for the last eight years, ranking No. 16 in 2022.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• 401K with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Discounted parking and discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!

Knowledge of coffee brewing and serving equipment preferred

1 previous barista/bartending experience preferred

Passion for food & beverage, service standards, guest relations and etiquette

Previous experience with Cash Handling and Point of Sale (POS) systems required

Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays required

Ability to stand for long periods & ability to lift, push, pull, carry a moderate amount of weight