BARISTA - Tahosa Coffee House at Camp St. Malo Shrine Near Estes Park, CO
Job Title: Barista Category: Full time Location: Tahosa Coffee House at Camp St. Malo Shrine, near Estes Park, Colorado Reports To: Manager of Tahosa Coffee House Salary: Hourly + Tips Start/End Date: April 2026 - October 2026
If you want the experience of being on mission at a coffee house in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, serving delicious drinks, giving an unforgettable experience to people stopping to visit Camp St. Malo Shrine from all over the world - this is your shot!
Tahosa Coffee House is located at Camp St. Malo Shrine near Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park, Colorado - home to the beautiful St. Catherine's Chapel (the Chapel on the Rock). Mt. Meeker, a 13,911' peak, serves as the backdrop of our property and the 100+ year old stone building where the coffee house resides.
We are looking to find a faithful, hospitable, skilled individual to serve full-time over our busy season here at Tahosa. Applicants should be excited to extend true Christian hospitality to our guests while working in a fast-paced atmosphere, with coffee shop experience (which is preferable) or the eagerness and ability to be trained as a barista. Our goal is to foster an encounter with Christ through our joyful, professional service and outstanding products. *Housing is included with the full-time position.*
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Preparing all styles of coffee drinks, tea drinks and other specialty drinks • Warming and serving pre-made food • Handling cash & other forms of payment • Making proficient sales transactions using our point-of-sale system (Square) • Maintaining proper cash drawer balances • Having thorough knowledge of St. Malo Shrine property, mission, and history • Demonstrating impeccable product knowledge • Able to make recommendations and suggestions to customers • Maintaining a clean and organized workspace • Stocking coffee, food, cups/lids, etc. throughout the shift • Properly labeling and dating perishable items • Keeping up with dishwashing as-needed • Performing opening, closing & side duties - setting up/breaking down the self-service station, cleaning countertops & tables, sweeping/mopping the floor, etc. • Answering questions accurately and with charity • Encountering the person in front of you with interest and respect • Supporting and contributing to the mission and overall success of Tahosa Coffee House • Handling customer feedback and concerns with patience and kindness
Other Duties: • Performing duties which require bending & reaching • Lifting & transporting boxes of inventory/glasses/dishes, etc. • Standing or walking on the floor, for up to 8+ hours • Maintaining a well-groomed appearance • Following all uniform guidelines • Practicing all safety & sanitation standards • Recycling products as diligently as possible • Remaining calm in a fast-paced atmosphere • Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention to detail and a sense of urgency • Displaying a joyful demeanor toward coworkers and customers • Exhibiting Christian values and a missionary spirit
Personal Attributes: Hard working, joyful, able to work under minimal supervision.
Education/Experience: Previous cafe, coffee shop, or restaurant experience preferred.
Special Skills/Equipment Requirements: - You will need a car to get to/from work. - You will be required to don a Tahosa Coffee House apron and adhere to all clothing guidelines.
*Housing is included with the full-time position.*
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Ellen Seta at [email protected]
