Barista

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Perfectly situated on famous Peachtree Street in downtown Atlanta, The Candler Hotel, a member of Curio Collection by Hilton, opens today within the historic Candler Building. The boutique-style hotel is a 17-story high-rise originally built in 1906 by Coca-Cola magnate Asa Griggs Candler as Atlanta’s first steel skyscraper and is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.After completing an expansive transformation led by award-winning interior designer Nicole Hollis, the building has been re-imagined as a luxurious, one-of-a-kind hospitality destination. Many of the building’s original Beaux-Arts architectural details have been preserved including their marbleized lobby and Tiffany windows. The hotel features 265 graciously appointed guestrooms and suites, a library, a gym outfitted by Peloton, and 6,000-sq. ft. of event space. Additionally, the hotel’s historic bank has been transformed into its signature restaurant and bar By George by local celebrity chef Hugh Acheson, a two-time James Beard Foundation Award winner and former contestant on Bravo’s Top Chef Masters.

Baristas perform several job duties and provide customer service. Baristas take orders and make coffee, tea, and other drinks to customer specifications. Baristas also operate cash registers and credit card machines.

• →Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the shift team.
• →Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating environment and customers for cues.
• →Communicates information to manager so that the team can respond as necessary to create a warm and welcoming environment during each shift.
• →Assists with new partner training by positively reinforcing successful performance and giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed
• →Delivers outstanding customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting with the customer. Discovers and responds to customer needs.
• →Follows the property's operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety and security, to ensure the safety of all partners during each shift.
• →Maintains a clean and organized workspace so that associates can locate resources and product as needed.
• →Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• →Provides high quality beverages and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• →Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.

Physical requirements:

• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Constant reaching, turning, and performing precision work

• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with fellow associates and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize to ensure outstanding service.
• Approach all encounters with guests and associates in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance, uniform and grooming.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Must be available to work some weekends. 

This job opening was posted on November 10, 2026 and will remain open for at least 14 days.