BARISTA - FREEHAND LOS ANGELES
We want tomake coffee approachable by offering our best representation of coffee in asimple, unpretentious way. We passionately approach coffee and meticulouslyconsider every detail to arrive at a specific end result. Our desire is topique the curiosity of those unfamiliar with specialty coffee and to meet thedemands of those looking for great coffee.
WHO ARE WE
Freehand is on a journey.Appropriate, given that we're a shared accommodation brand. Freehand swungthrough the US coolest cities on its way to dominating the world. It burst ontothe scene in the Americas with the launch of our properties in the countrysbiggest markets (NYC, LA, Miami and Chicago) with the acquisition of FreehandHotels. Created for a new generation of urban travelers, Freehand combines thesocial culture of a hotel with innovative design by Roman and Williams, comfortand quality food and beverage at an affordable price.
No biggie. Fast Company namedus one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree.And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wantsa pretty awesome Barista.
Our spaces are safe andseriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities welove. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some ofthe finite time the universe has given you - that's what Freehand offers. Holdstrue for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always thebackdrop, every Freehand in every destination reflects the unique beat of thatcity's heart.
ABOUT FREEHAND LOS ANGELES
Housed in the historic Commercial Exchange building, our hotel indowntown Los Angeles is truly one-of-a-kind, featuring suites, premium hotelrooms and shared accommodations with interiors designed by Roman &Williams. The property is a new and exciting presence in the downtown LA scene,offering the classic Freehand accommodation experience for guests, while alsofully integrating into the local community with a calendar full of events andactivations at the Broken Shaker rooftop bar and pool, Rudolphs Bar & Teabar, The Exchange Restaurant, and Cafe Integral. Situated in walking distanceto local restaurants, bars, markets and hotspots, Freehand Los Angeles has areal buzz that makes it a pleasure to stay (and work) at.
NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB
- Greeting customers and takingorders
- Ability to dial in Espresso,Fetco, and Pour Over coffees daily
- Maintain Stock/Preparing stock neededsuch as house made syrups and cold brewed coffee
- Demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for specialty coffee
- Ability to multi-task
- Attention to detail
- Maintain high quality and consistent product standards
- Effectively completing opening andclosing duties.
- Maintaining the greatest customerservice with those guests that are/are not guests of the Freehand Hotel
Naturally this is not intended as anexhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will formpart of this job description.
WHATSIN YOUR DNA
- A passion for greatservice and great coffee - full training in all equipment will be provided butthe enthusiasm must come from you!
- A good team player tosupport and work with the whole team Can-do attitude with ability tomulti-task in a busy environment
YOUR ROCKSTAR EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience within the in-Coffee industryincluding latte art skills advantageous
OUR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Birthdayholiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
- FertilityTreatment Support Leave - up to three days' paid leave in any one year for anemployee to undergo fertility treatment
- EmployeeBounty Program providing opportunities to earn a compensation for new hirereferrals with no cap on number of referrals made
- Companycontribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees lookgood, feel good, work good
- IdeasAward - Quarterly award to double gross basic salary for 1 month to employeewith most valuable suggestion/feedback
- 2 free nights accommodationacross any of our Generator x Freehand properties globally
- Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (weoperate in several locations across Europe & US so your next holiday issorted)
- International career opportunitiesso you can travel the world while working with us (win-win!)
- Social events, celebrationscalendar & various employee recognition schemes we never ever need an excuse to let our hair down!
- Onlinelearning tools to help you develop, learn and grow
LOCAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- 9 holidays
- Medical + Dental + Vision (subsidisedcontributions)
- Life &Disability (employer paid)
- Paid sickleave, time off and vacation (altogether 96 hours per calendar year)
- Voluntaryproducts: Voluntary Life, Legal Shield/ID Shield, Pet Insurance, HospitalIndemnity, critical illness, Accident Insurance and FSA
SO YOU THINKTHIS MIGHT BE YOU?
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Employmentwill be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications withoutdiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity,age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protectedcharacteristic as established by law.
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