CoralTree Hospitality is hiring: Bartender/Barista - Garni in Fort Lauderdale

Overview

South Florida’s beacon of hospitality, Pier Sixty-Six Resort, returned to Fort Lauderdale. The 32-acre waterfront enclave is home to 325 guest rooms, suites, villas, 91 Private Resort Residences, 12 restaurants and lounges, a spa, pool options, and a waterfront promenade with retail and dining. The Resort assembles over 600 team members to create memorable experiences and stellar service. Pier Sixty-Six invites dedicated, energetic hospitality enthusiasts eager for growth to join our team and enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that honors and respects you.

We are seeking a Barista Bartender to join our opening team. This role combines craft of a bartender with artistry of a barista and freshness of juice and smoothie preparation. The Barista Bartender will create elevated guest experiences through specialty coffees, smoothies, fresh juices, and standard cocktails, delivering service that is polished, energetic, and memorable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve specialty coffee beverages including espresso drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brews, and seasonal coffee creations.
• Create fresh, health-focused smoothies and juices with consistent quality, presentation, and efficiency.
• Mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Maintain full knowledge of cocktail recipes, coffee brewing methods, and juice/smoothie ingredients.
• Provide thoughtful, engaging, and professional service to guests while anticipating and responding to their needs.
• Ensure bar, coffee, and juice stations are properly stocked, organized, and sanitized throughout the shift.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and alcohol service regulations.
• Accurately handle guest orders, process transactions, and support beverage inventory management.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down all bar/beverage stations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service in high-volume periods.
• Stay current on beverage trends, contributing ideas for new menu items and seasonal offerings.

Qualifications

• Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcohol.
• Previous experience as a barista and/or bartender required; cross-training in both strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation techniques, cocktail recipes, and fresh juice/smoothie production.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills.
• Must have (or be willing to obtain within 30 days): TIPS Certification and a current Food Handler’s Card.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base pay plus service charge and gratuity opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid time off and sick time.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Complimentary meals in employee dining room.
• Complimentary stays at CoralTree Hospitality properties.