Barista

Every interaction at Populus has the power to leave someone inspired, not just by exceptional hospitality, but by a deeper connection to nature, community, and one another. Whether you are welcoming guests, preparing a meal, caring for our spaces, or supporting the team behind the scenes, your work helps bring our mission to life and makes you an essential part of a new species of hospitality.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we believe exceptional hotels begin with exceptional people.

As a Barista at Populus, you will help create welcoming, thoughtful experiences for our guests and community through exceptional coffee, beverages, food, and service. You will be part of the team bringing our cafe experience to life, creating a space that feels approachable, energetic, and distinctly Populus.

From crafting a great cup of coffee to connecting with a guest at the counter, you will help make every moment matter.

• Rooted in Nature
• Generous
• Curious
• Brave

As a Barista, you will:

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other cafe beverages according to Populus and Little Owl standards.
• Prepare and present food and beverage items accurately, efficiently, and with attention to detail.
• Provide warm, genuine, and knowledgeable service to hotel guests and local customers.
• Welcome guests, take orders, process payments, and ensure orders are completed accurately.
• Engage with guests and make thoughtful recommendations based on their preferences.
• Maintain knowledge of coffee, beverage offerings, food items, ingredients, and menu changes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting cafe and service area throughout the shift.
• Properly operate and care for espresso machines, grinders, brewers, and other cafe equipment.
• Follow established recipes, portion standards, preparation procedures, and presentation guidelines.
• Restock coffee, beverages, food items, paper goods, and other supplies as needed.
• Monitor product levels and communicate replenishment needs to leadership.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, cash-handling, and health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the cafe, culinary, stewarding, and hotel teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, including cleaning, stocking, cash handling, and equipment shutdown.
• Support special events, hotel programming, and other service needs as assigned.
• Help create a positive and welcoming environment for both guests and fellow associates.
• Pitch in wherever needed to support the success of the team and the overall guest experience.

At Populus, thoughtful hospitality includes being thoughtful about the resources we use. In this role, you will help support our sustainability practices through responsible product usage, proper waste sorting, thoughtful preparation, and careful care of equipment and supplies.

You will help create a cafe experience that reflects Populus' commitment to quality, community, and a more sustainable approach to hospitality.

You are warm, curious, and genuinely enjoy connecting with people. You take pride in the details, enjoy learning, and understand that great hospitality is about more than simply preparing a beverage.

You will bring:

• Previous barista, cafe, restaurant, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience preparing espresso and specialty coffee beverages preferred.
• A genuine interest in coffee, food, and hospitality.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• The ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and consistency.
• The ability to learn and follow recipes, procedures, and service standards.
• Basic cash-handling and point-of-sale experience preferred.
• The ability to maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• The ability to stand and move for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of the position.
• A professional, welcoming, and approachable presence.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible associates
• Travel and hotel discounts
• Career growth and development opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment
• The opportunity to work at one of Denver's most distinctive hospitality destinations
• The opportunity to be part of Crescent Hotels & Resorts and the Populus team

Every decision, interaction, and contribution shapes our guests, our community, and the future of hospitality.

As a Barista, you are often one of the first people guests interact with during their day. Your attention to detail, warmth, and care help set the tone for their experience and bring the spirit of Populus to life.

This is an opportunity to do more than make coffee. It is an opportunity to create connection, contribute to a distinctive hospitality experience, and be part of a team redefining modern lifestyle hospitality.

If you are someone who cares deeply about people, takes pride in doing the right thing, stays curious, and enjoys being part of something bigger than yourself, you will feel at home at Populus. Together, we will create meaningful experiences that leave our guests, and our world, a little better than we found them.