Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $21.30
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader specializing in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, offering a comprehensive platform that spans venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, OVG manages and operates several world-class venues and services iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This extensive reach underlines the company's commitment to delivering outstanding live entertainment experiences worldwide.
The Seattle Aquarium location is seeking a dedicated part-time Barista to join their food and beverage team. This role is pivotal in creating exceptional guest experiences by providing professional, efficient, and friendly service during daily cafe operations. The Barista is entrusted with not only preparing and serving quality coffee drinks but also ensuring every guest feels welcome and valued throughout their visit. Working closely with the kitchen and service staff, the Barista ensures that all food and beverage orders meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and timing.
The position is located at 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA 98101, and offers an hourly wage of $21.30, plus eligibility to receive tips. This role demands a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage setup, stocking, cleaning duties, and maintain a professional appearance and atmosphere in a fast-paced event and cafe environment. The Barista contributes directly to the guests' overall satisfaction, acting as the frontline representative for the Food & Beverage department.
Baristas at the Seattle Aquarium are responsible for preparing coffee and other beverages according to menu standards, ensuring food items are served promptly and correctly, attentively responding to guest requests, and maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the counter. They communicate with waitstaff, bartenders, kitchen employees, and supervisors to enhance the coordination and delivery of excellent service. This collaborative work environment fosters a welcoming atmosphere that highlights hospitality and attentiveness.
Beyond serving drinks, Baristas at OVG are expected to uphold compliance with food safety and alcohol awareness standards, maintain knowledge of menu offerings and bar items, and support busy periods by pre-busing and bus tables as needed. This role requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, dynamic setting.
The Seattle Aquarium Barista position offers part-time employment with valuable benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan with matching, targeted at supporting employees' financial futures. This role will remain open until August 28, 2026, providing ample opportunity for the right candidates to apply and join this vibrant team. Oak View Group embraces diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that a varied workforce is essential for innovation and excellence in service. They are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a positive work environment free of discrimination.
The Seattle Aquarium location is seeking a dedicated part-time Barista to join their food and beverage team. This role is pivotal in creating exceptional guest experiences by providing professional, efficient, and friendly service during daily cafe operations. The Barista is entrusted with not only preparing and serving quality coffee drinks but also ensuring every guest feels welcome and valued throughout their visit. Working closely with the kitchen and service staff, the Barista ensures that all food and beverage orders meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and timing.
The position is located at 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA 98101, and offers an hourly wage of $21.30, plus eligibility to receive tips. This role demands a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage setup, stocking, cleaning duties, and maintain a professional appearance and atmosphere in a fast-paced event and cafe environment. The Barista contributes directly to the guests' overall satisfaction, acting as the frontline representative for the Food & Beverage department.
Baristas at the Seattle Aquarium are responsible for preparing coffee and other beverages according to menu standards, ensuring food items are served promptly and correctly, attentively responding to guest requests, and maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the counter. They communicate with waitstaff, bartenders, kitchen employees, and supervisors to enhance the coordination and delivery of excellent service. This collaborative work environment fosters a welcoming atmosphere that highlights hospitality and attentiveness.
Beyond serving drinks, Baristas at OVG are expected to uphold compliance with food safety and alcohol awareness standards, maintain knowledge of menu offerings and bar items, and support busy periods by pre-busing and bus tables as needed. This role requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, dynamic setting.
The Seattle Aquarium Barista position offers part-time employment with valuable benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan with matching, targeted at supporting employees' financial futures. This role will remain open until August 28, 2026, providing ample opportunity for the right candidates to apply and join this vibrant team. Oak View Group embraces diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that a varied workforce is essential for innovation and excellence in service. They are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a positive work environment free of discrimination.
Job Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma, G.E.D., or related food service job experience
- Must acquire and maintain a Food Handler's Card
- Must acquire and maintain Alcohol Awareness Certification
- Must complete other required compliance trainings
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner
- Availability to work during peak periods
Job Qualifications
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment preferred
- Previous experience preparing coffee drinks is a plus
- Must have a high school diploma, G.E.D., or related food service job experience
- Must acquire and maintain a Food Handler's Card, Alcohol Awareness Certification, and other required compliance trainings
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with employees, co-workers, management, and guests
Job Duties
- Have knowledge of how to build coffee drinks
- Understand how to build a menu and portion out drinks
- Maintain knowledge of the menu and special items
- Provide quick, attentive, friendly, and professional service to guests
- Ensure food items are served at proper temperature and immediately upon availability
- Ensure neat presentation of all ordered items with no spillover
- Pre-bus and fully bus tables during peak periods
- Maintain availability during peak periods
- Stock beverage stations when necessary
- Maintain high responsiveness to customer desires and requests
- Maintain a professional and clean appearance
- Communicate with waitstaff, buspersons, bartenders, supervisors, and kitchen staff
- Build and maintain knowledge of bar offerings
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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