Sandpiper Barista

An exciting new dining experience is coming to Ponte Vedra Inn & Club! We are looking for friendly, energetic, and service-focused Baristas to join the opening team at the new Sandpiper Café.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is one of Northeast Florida’s premier luxury resorts, known for exceptional hospitality and memorable dining experiences. People are our greatest asset, and this is a unique opportunity to help launch a brand-new venue and create an experience our members and guests will love.

If you are passionate about handcrafted beverages, enjoy connecting with people, and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, we would love to meet you!

As a Sandpiper Café Barista, you will prepare high-quality beverages and café offerings while providing warm, personalized service to every member and guest.

Responsibilities include:

• Help prepare the new Sandpiper Café for a successful opening.
• Welcome members and guests with a warm, friendly, and professional attitude.
• Prepare and serve handcrafted coffee beverages, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and other menu items.
• Follow established recipes, portioning guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Safely and efficiently operate espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and other café equipment.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations about menu offerings, ingredients, allergens, and daily specials.
• Accurately process member charges, cash, credit cards, and other forms of payment using the point-of-sale system.
• Keep beverage stations, displays, counters, and service areas clean, organized, stocked, and guest-ready.
• Complete opening, closing, and side-work responsibilities.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle all food and beverage products.
• Monitor product quality and presentation to ensure consistency.
• Assist with inventory counts, deliveries, and restocking supplies.
• Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, and safety hazards promptly.
• Attend pre-shift meetings, training sessions, safety courses, and departmental meetings.
• Support fellow Food & Beverage team members as business needs require.
• Complete additional duties and special projects assigned by management.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to communicate effectively with members, guests, and fellow team members.

• One to three years of experience as a barista, café attendant, Food & Beverage attendant, or hospitality professional preferred.
• Experience preparing specialty coffee beverages and operating espresso equipment preferred.
• Luxury hospitality, private club, or resort experience is a plus.
• Previous experience helping open a new venue is a plus but not required.

• Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso equipment.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department standards.
• Experience with cash handling and point-of-sale systems.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to multitask while remaining friendly, organized, and composed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate espresso machines, blenders, and other café equipment.
• Ability to maintain high service standards in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including:

• Early mornings and evenings
• Weekends and holidays
• Overtime as business needs require

• Be part of the opening team for the new Sandpiper Café.
• Help create the atmosphere and service experience of a brand-new venue.
• Work at a beautiful oceanfront luxury resort.
• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for eligible team members.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee dining café.
• Resort discounts and exclusive employee perks.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Gate Hospitality.
• A collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional service.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.