Barista - Part Time

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun and inspiration leads to immersion. 

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

About the Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit.
• Hourly Rate of Pay: $21.22/hour USD

The barista contributes to the success of Fairmont Grand Del Mar by ensuring our service standards are met. We do this by providing guests with prompt enthusiastic service, quality beverages and products.  The barista will create a friendly, enthusiastic and clean atmosphere.

• Develops enthusiastically satisfied customers all of the time.
• Provides quality beverages/food orders consistently for all customers.
• Maintains quality store operations and follows opening and closing checklists.
• Contributes to store profitability.
• Completes all side work assigned by Supervisor and Manager.
• Is aware about the food and beverage offerings in the store and general awareness on the offerings throughout the resort.
• Maintains storage areas organized and safe.
• Ensures all displays are properly stocked and labeled accordingly.
• Create specialty beverages as per guest requests.
• Responsible for correctly handling cash, credit and comp procedures and properly completing paperwork.  Responsible for taking telephone orders from guests.
• Is capable of guiding guest to other areas in Resort.
• Assist in the service or side duties in other food and beverage areas as per requirement.

• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to build relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate enthusiastic work ethic.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Excellent communication skills. Understand and comply with all company and departmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff & guests.   
• Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English. 
• High School Education or equivalent. 
• Prior restaurant experience preferred. Sanitation Certificate.  TIPS Training or equivalent.
• Food Handlers card required.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of Food & Beverage.
• Must have strong PC skills in meeting administrative requirements.

Employee Benefits:
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property.

Our Values

Respect:
We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity. 

Excellence:
We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.​

Belonging:
We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.​

Empowerment:
We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences. ​

Integrity:
We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.​

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.