Barista

Park Hotel Kenmare is one of Ireland’s most distinguished and exciting luxury destinations. Nestled along the shores of Kenmare Bay, Park Hotel Kenmare offers timeless luxury, warm Irish hospitality, and exceptional personalised service. As a proud member of Relais & Châteaux and holder of two Michelin Keys, the hotel is internationally recognised for its refined elegance, culinary excellence, and commitment to creating unforgettable guest experiences. With a proud heritage dating back to 1897, the hotel blends historic charm with contemporary comfort, welcoming discerning guests from around the world seeking tranquillity, authenticity, and understated luxury.

Position Overview

At Park Hotel Kenmare, exceptional hospitality is defined by meticulous attention to detail, intuitive guest care, and beautifully delivered experiences in every corner of the hotel. As a Barista, you will be entrusted with crafting and serving premium beverages using the internationally celebrated Blue Bottle Coffee. This role extends beyond coffee preparation and requires a warm, polished service style, a proactive approach to food delivery, and a strong commitment to maintaining the immaculate standards synonymous with Park Hotel Kenmare. The successful candidate will be passionate about luxury service, quality products, teamwork, and creating memorable moments for every guest.

Key Responsibilities

Coffee & Beverage Service

• Prepare and serve an exceptional range of specialty coffees, teas, hot beverages, and cold refreshments using Blue Bottle Coffee products and hotel service standards.
• Ensure every beverage is presented consistently, beautifully, and to exacting quality expectations.
• Maintain expert knowledge of all beverage offerings.
• Monitor coffee machine functionality, grinder calibration, milk quality, stock freshness, and all associated barista equipment.

Guest Experience & Luxury Hospitality

• Deliver warm, discreet, personalised, and professional service to all hotel guests.
• Build rapport with returning guests by recognising preferences and anticipating needs.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal presentation, poise, and communication at all times.

Food Running & Floor Support

• Support front-of-house colleagues through timely and polished delivery of food items.
• Clear and reset tables promptly to preserve a refined and welcoming guest environment.
• Assist in maintaining smooth communication between kitchen, service team, and beverage station during busy service periods.

Cleaning, Hygiene & Presentation Duties

• Maintain immaculate cleanliness of the kitchen still area and all associated equipment.
• Carry out regular polishing, wiping, sanitising, sweeping, mopping, waste removal, and replenishment duties throughout the shift.
• Support general daily cleaning schedules and deep cleaning tasks as directed by management.
• Uphold all HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures in line with hotel policy.
• Ensure all guest-facing areas remain visually pristine and luxurious in appearance.

The Ideal Candidate

• A genuine passion for coffee, food, and exceptional guest service
• Previous barista or café experience is preferred
• A strong eye for cleanliness, organisation, and detail
• Willingness to support across multiple operational areas including beverage preparation, food running, clearing, and cleaning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Calmness and efficiency under pressure
• A polished and professional personal presentation
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday periods

Some Of Our Benefits:

• Competitive & generous rate of pay.
• Discounted rates on rooms at Park Hotel Kenmare and other Relais & Chateaux properties.
• 50% off Food and Beverages/ 30% off spa treatments & 20% off spa products.
• Free use of spa/ gym facilities.
• Excellent Training and Personal development.
• Complimentary healthy meals whilst on duty.
• Complimentary on-site parking.