Barista

Sales and Revenue:

• To be proactive with contributing to the success of the department Products and services are explained to the customer at all times to ensure the customer has the best choice available to them. To ensure all procedures pertaining to revenue capture are up-held at all times
Costs and efficiency:
• To minimise wastage at all opportunities To actively promote an energy efficient culture throughout the department To ensure all cash/floats procedures are followed by team members: all cash/floats must be counted at the start and the end of the shift and witnessed by a supervisor or manager. This must be recorded in the float/safe book provided and you must complete all relevant information. All the float must be placed in the cash till.
Customer relations:
• Positive working relationships are established and maintained with colleagues throughout the Hotel To educate customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu; answering questions. Customer feedback, both positive and negative are responded to appropriately and efficiently Information on customer service problems is gathered in order to improve the service offered A positive personal image is maintained at all times The needs of the customer are kept in balance with the needs of the organisation All guests are received and offered assistance in a positive manner at all times
Operational requirements:
• To answer all telephone calls in a polite and professional manner Table bookings are handled according to departmental procedures Prepares and sells coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks, such as, expresso, expresso lungo, caffe latte, and cappuccino. Back and front of house service areas and equipment are prepared, maintained and cleared Bars, dining rooms and function rooms are prepared, maintained and cleared
• Assistance is given in the maintenance of food displays Glassware, crockery and cutlery are cleaned and stored in accordance with Hotel procedures Cleaning is undertaken within the food and beverage areas as required Dining areas are prepared according to the requirements of business Food is served promptly, accurately and according to the standards of the department Drink orders are taken and served following departmental procedures Wine orders are prepared, taken and served accordingly Customer satisfaction is monitored throughout the meal and any remedial actions taken as required All customer feedback, positive and negative is reported to the Team Manager or Supervisor Food and drink requisitions from kitchen and bars are dispensed according to Hotel procedures To adhere to all Health and Safety Requirements as required by Hotel To adhere to the Food Hygiene Regulations and Licensing Laws To adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act at all times