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Host/Barista - National Park Inn - Summer Seasonal

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.13
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

sick pay
Employee Discounts
Recreation program
Employee assistance program
Housing
meal plan

Job Description

Mount Rainier National Park is a renowned destination in Washington State, famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, including pristine mountain meadows, majestic waterfalls, and peaceful old-growth forests. At an elevation of 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier serves as an iconic point in the region's landscape, attracting guests from around the world. The park operates year-round, though its peak employment season is from April to October, offering seasonal job opportunities in a dynamic and enriching environment. The park's hospitality services focus on providing exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of service and safety.

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Job Requirements

  • 21 years of age or older due to serving alcoholic drinks
  • Move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit
  • Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently
  • Lift, carry, and push up to 15 lbs regularly, 20-30 lbs frequently, and up to 40 lbs occasionally
  • Able to stand for extended periods and climb stairs occasionally
  • Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties
  • Compliance with Washington State sick leave laws
  • Use of required personal protective equipment including gloves and goggles

Job Qualifications

  • Partial High School education
  • High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn to create specialty coffees and other drinks
  • Previous barista experience preferred
  • Strong sanitation habits and attention to detail
  • Strong guest service abilities
  • Ability to learn and use food service POS system including computerized cash register and credit card terminal
  • Ability to solve guest problems and refer to management as necessary
  • Ability to actively look for ways to assist guests and co-workers
  • Effective communication skills in English including reading and writing

Job Duties

  • Greet guests in a polite, positive manner
  • Answer guest questions and offer menu recommendations
  • Seat guests appropriately and efficiently at tables and offer beverages
  • Take food and beverage orders and ring up sales on register/POS system in accurate, efficient, and friendly manner
  • Complete all "side-work" including stocking service areas with coffee, food items, tableware, and linens
  • Report gratuities at the end of each shift as required by company policy and law
  • Assist in porter duties of adjacent lobby occasionally as needed
  • Prepare requested food and/or drinks and deliver them to the guest
  • Pull espresso shots, steam milk, and mix coffee beverages
  • Pour and serve alcoholic beverages such as wine and beer
  • Check customer identification to assure legal drinking age before serving alcohol
  • Maintain store displays daily through stock rotation, cleaning, and organizing
  • Receive and verify quantities of merchandise, organize and stock store, set displays
  • Perform other related duties as directed or required
  • Upsell guests when the occasion arises

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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