Barista

OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE

At Rosewood Hotel Group, we are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every destination while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.

As a pioneering collective with a shared purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honour the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.

Rosewood Blue Palace will open in Crete, Greece, in April 2027, and we are now seeking talented individuals to help bring the re-imagining of this stunning property to life.

The Barista will be based on-site at Rosewood Blue Palace in Elounda, Crete.

THE ROLE

As a Barista, you will bring your passion for coffee and genuine hospitality to every cup you prepare and every guest you welcome. You will be responsible for delivering consistently excellent coffee and tea experiences, maintaining the highest standards of preparation and presentation, and ensuring that all coffee equipment is properly maintained.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE

Coffee & Beverage Excellence:

• Prepare espresso-based beverages according to established recipes and specifications, paying close attention to coffee dose, yield and extraction time.
• Master milk texturing and latte art, ensuring each beverage is presented to the required standard.
• Prepare Greek coffee, freddo espresso and freddo cappuccino in accordance with traditional preparation methods.
• Prepare and serve the tea selection, demonstrating knowledge of the available varieties and their characteristics.

Coffee Station Operations & Professional Standards:

• Set up and prepare the coffee station before service, ensuring espresso machines, grinders, ingredients, cups and accompaniments are ready for operation..
• Maintain the cleanliness and condition of espresso machines, grinders and brewing equipment, following the established cleaning schedule and maintenance procedures.
• Monitor stock levels, maintain agreed PAR requirements and complete supply requisitions in accordance with company procedures.

Guest Experience & Service Excellence:

• Prepare and serve coffee and tea with care and consistency, ensuring every beverage reflects Rosewood's standards of quality and presentation.
• Share your knowledge of coffee origins, roast profiles, brewing methods and tea selections, helping guests discover and enjoy the beverage offering.
• Celebrate local traditions by introducing guests to Greek coffee culture and Cretan herbal teas.
• Handle guest enquiries and concerns professionally, ensuring any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• Previous experience as a Barista in specialty coffee or within a luxury hotel.
• Sound knowledge of espresso extraction, milk texturing, latte art and filter brewing methods.
• Good understanding of coffee origins, processing methods and roast profiles, as well as different tea varieties.
• Knowledge of coffee equipment operation, cleaning and maintenance.
• Familiarity with Greek coffee culture and an interest in Cretan herbal teas and local beverage traditions.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with guests and colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine passion for coffee, quality and hospitality.
• A Barista certification would be considered an advantage.

BENEFITS & CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• The opportunity to join an internationally recognised luxury hospitality group and become part of the Rosewood family.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Complimentary meals during working hours in our team restaurant.
• Transportation to and from the hotel.
• Monthly Benefits Card.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Accommodation support may be available for associates relocating to Crete, subject to company policy.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard and valued. We're a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honour the history, culture and geography of our destinations. We're not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.