Barista - Club Lounge

Job description

Company Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240000 women and men who share something unique.
Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences
Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion
 

SOFITEL DUBAI the obelisk

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk is Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel features 594 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 68 suites and 96 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Pool Bar & Lounge bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests have the option to unwind at the Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness center. Business travelers have access to 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought after social gatherings.

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist and help us to make Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk a truly welcoming destination!

Job Description

The Position

To provide prompt and courteous F&B service to the Hotel’s guests.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

·  Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments.
·  Promotes coffee consumption by educating customers; selling coffee and coffee grinding and brewing equipment, accessories, and supplies; preparing and serving a variety of coffee drinks, along with pastries.
·  Sells coffees and coffee grinding and brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines; demonstrating how brewing equipment operates.
·  Prepares and sells coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks, such as, espresso, caffe latte, and cappuccino.
·  Generates revenues by attracting new customers; defining new and expanded services and products.
·  Maintains inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment; maintaining supplies, pastries, and cookies for coffee bar.
·  Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
·  Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations.
·  Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes; maintaining and improving the appearance of the store and coffee bar.
·  Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.
·  Maintain a clean dining area, sanitizing tables and chairs, and sweeping crumbs off of the floor
·  Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

·  Average reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
·  Must be well presented and professionally groomed at all times
·  Able to account and handle cash effectively and efficiently
·  Good communication and customer contact skills; good problem resolution skills
·  Basic F&B product knowledge
·  Team player with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

·  Secondary school education

EXPERIENCE

·  Minimum 2 years food and beverage experience with detailed bar knowledge
·  Previous public contact and/or cashiering experience