Davidson Hospitality Group

Barista

ID 2025-18457
Category
Food & Beverage
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Property Description

Margaritaville Kansas City

Get ready to join the vibrant team at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City, managed by Davidson Hospitality Group and opening in Spring 2025! Located in the dynamic heart of the U.S., our hotel blends laid-back luxury with endless entertainment. With an outdoor resort-style pool, family-friendly activities, versatile meeting and event spaces, retail locations, and Margaritaville-inspired restaurants and bars, you'll create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Kansas City, celebrated by Travel + Leisure, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times, offers a rich array of outdoor activities, cultural attractions, sports venues, and major events. Join our high-energy team and help guests enjoy everything this growing city has to offer while embracing the Margaritaville state of mind.

 

Apply now to be part of the Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City family and elevate your career to new heights!

 

Overview

Brewed for island living. Crafted with care.

Are you a coffee enthusiast who takes pride in crafting the perfect cup of joe? We’re on the lookout for a high-energy, guest-focused Barista to join our Margaritaville crew! In this vibrant and fast-paced role, you’ll be the one fueling the good vibes—one espresso shot at a time.

Whether it’s a tropical twist on a latte or a perfectly poured cappuccino, you’ll help create memorable experiences that keep our guests coming back for more.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Prepare and serve a variety of handcrafted beverages—espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brews, and more

  • Connect with guests by taking orders, sharing recommendations, and delivering island-style hospitality

  • Show off your latte art and ensure every cup is picture-perfect

  • Keep the café area clean, stocked, and organized (coffee chaos isn’t our thing)

  • Follow health, safety, and quality guidelines to maintain that fresh, flavorful standard

  • Suggest add-ons like pastries, snacks, or souvenirs that sweeten the guest experience

  • Handle transactions accurately and efficiently—whether it’s cash, card, or contactless

  • Spread positive energy and create a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere

What You Bring to the Paradise:

  • A passion for coffee and a love for people

  • Strong communication and multitasking skills

  • Experience as a barista or in customer service preferred

  • Ability to stay upbeat in a fast-paced, team-focused environment

  • Flexibility to work mornings, weekends, or whenever the caffeine calls

Why You’ll Love It Here:
At Margaritaville, we believe work should feel like a little slice of paradise. Join a team where the pace is lively, the energy is contagious, and every guest interaction is a chance to create a little joy—coffee cup in hand.

Perks Include:

  • A fun, relaxed workplace with great music and even better teammates

  • Growth opportunities within our resort and restaurant teams

  • Discounts on food, drinks, and island-style merchandise

Ready to perk up your career? Apply today and brew up something amazing. 🌞☕ Fins Up!

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Barista or in a similar role is preferred
  • Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and equipment
  • Familiarity with various coffee beans and blends helpful
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new recipes and techniques
  • Prior cash handling experience

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.


In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

  • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.

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