As a Starbucks Supervisor, you serve as a bridge between the Starbucks brand's operational excellence and Hilton’s world-class hospitality standards. You will lead a team of baristas to deliver an exceptional guest experience within a fast-paced hotel environment.
Job Summary:
The Shift Supervisor supports the Starbucks Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring that both Starbucks brand standards and Hilton's service values are consistently met. This role involves guiding a team, managing shift transitions, and maintaining a welcoming "Third Place" environment for hotel guests.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise, lead, and deploy a team of baristas during assigned shifts to ensure smooth operations.
- Train and coach new team members on Starbucks recipes, equipment use, and service standards.
- Provide real-time feedback and reinforcement to maintain high performance and team morale.
- Operational Excellence
- Execute opening and closing duties, including cash handling, till counts, and safe deposits.
- Maintain inventory levels by monitoring stock, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper product rotation.
- Enforce health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and safe environment for guests and staff.
- Guest Experience
- Create the Starbucks Experience by anticipating guest needs and connecting with customers.
- Resolve guest issues or complaints promptly and professionally, negotiating accommodations when necessary.
- Ensure all beverages and food products are prepared consistently according to Starbucks recipe and presentation standards.
- Hotel Integration
- Represent the Starbucks outlet in hotel-wide meetings and training sessions.
- Adhere to Hilton’s core values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, and Now (H.I.L.T.O.N.).
- Coordinate with other hotel departments (e.g., front desk, events) to manage guest flow and special requests.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Experience: At least 6 months of customer service experience; previous barista and supervisory/leadership experience in a hospitality or retail setting is strongly preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Technical: Proficiency with POS systems and basic math for cash management.
- Physical: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40–50 pounds.
- Availability: Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.