Barista
Full-Time
The Sanderling
Duck, NC
Posted March 25, 2026 by EOS Hospitality
Description
Department: Food & Beverage – Front of House
Direct Report: Front of House Supervisor / Restaurant Manager / Restaurant General Manager
Purpose: Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, and light food offerings at Beach House Bar while delivering exceptional guest service, maintaining operational standards, and supporting a welcoming, coastal guest experience aligned with EOS Hospitality and Sanderling Resort values.
OVERVIEW:
The Sanderling Resort, located in Duck, North Carolina, is the premier oceanfront destination in the Outer Banks, offering refined coastal hospitality and memorable guest experiences.
Beach House Bar is a casual, coastal-driven outlet offering coffee, beverages, and light fare in a relaxed, guest-focused environment. The outlet supports both resort guests and local visitors, providing a convenient and elevated experience centered around quality products and friendly service.
The Barista plays a key role in creating a positive first impression for guests by delivering consistent beverage quality, efficient service, and a warm, engaging experience.
JOB SUMMARY:
- Prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages in accordance with established recipes and quality standards
- Provide friendly, efficient, and engaging service to all guests, creating a welcoming and approachable atmosphere
- Take guest orders accurately using the Point of Sale (POS) system and handle transactions responsibly
- Maintain knowledge of menu offerings, including beverage options, food items, and daily specials
- Ensure consistent beverage quality, presentation, and portioning standards
- Assist with preparation and service of light food offerings as needed
- Monitor product levels and communicate restocking needs to leadership
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas including espresso machines, counters, storage areas, and guest-facing spaces
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of products
- Complete opening, closing, and side work duties as assigned
- Support team members and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment
- Assist other Food & Beverage outlets as needed based on operational demand
- Handle guest concerns professionally and escalate issues to leadership when appropriate
- Ensure compliance with all company policies including responsible cash handling, time and attendance, and uniform standards
- Attend required meetings and training sessions
- Comply with all policies outlined in the Handbook, Property Supplement, and company guidelines
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Ability to stand and remain active for up to 8–10 hours
- Ability to move quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
- Ability to use repetitive hand movements for beverage preparation
- Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
- Ability to work flexible hours including mornings, weekends, and holidays
TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USED:
- Point of Sale System
- Espresso Machines and Coffee Equipment (grinders, brewers, milk steamers)
- Blenders and Small Kitchen Equipment
- Phone and Communication Devices
- Basic Cleaning Tools and Supplies
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Work will take place in a casual, guest-facing café and bar environment within a resort setting
- Fast-paced environment with variable business levels depending on seasonality and time of day
- Exposure to hot equipment, steam, and food and beverage preparation areas
- Combination of independent tasks and team-based service
KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Prior barista or food and beverage experience preferred but not required
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work as part of a team and support overall operations
- Positive attitude and passion for hospitality
- Successful completion of satisfactory background check
- Available and willing to work flexible hours based on business needs
No Job Description for a position can possibly include all duties which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide the services personally, or to immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager. The items listed above are a summary of the major responsibilities of the position that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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The Sanderling
Sanderling Resort
Award Winning Resort Opportunities
Situated between the shores of the majestic Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound in Duck, NC, Sanderling Resort, the only Forbes Four Star and AAA Four Diamond resort in the Outer Banks is the perfect resort for employment opportunities. Within walking distance from the sand and surf of the beach as well as the tranquil waters of the sound, Sanderling Resort has everything you could want from working in an exceptional resort that provides world-class services and amenities in one-of-a-kind coastal destination.
WHO WE ARE
In an atmosphere of Refined, Southern Coastal Elegance, our staff is attentive to guest needs and makes them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed. As a team, our purpose is to ensure that our guests have a memorable experience by delivering quality service to exceed their expectations. Each staff member is a critical part of the sequence of service that defines the Sanderling Brand. Sanderling is comprised of ten distinct and interrelated experiences. Each of the experiences has a customized set of Performance Standards and each area of the Resort embraces our Sanderling Service Standards, standards that are emblematic of understated, authentic elegance --- where under-promising and over-delivering --- leaves lasting memories and imparts an overall feeling of a high-quality, integrated resort operation.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
A key component of the Sanderling operational philosophy, delivering on our brand promise, is to ensure that many of our Associates are cross-trained and are able to perform a similar job function in a number of our different experiences. This operating philosophy is one of the reasons we use the title of "Guest Service Agent" for restaurant greeters, spa receptionists, retail staff, and front office team members. When we promote, market, and communicate the many experiences at Sanderling we call it Coastal Life. Our guests have many opportunities to define their own Coastal Life at Sanderling. It is our job to enable it. Every member of Sanderling staff represents the Sanderling Brand.
WHAT WE OFFER
Sanderling Resort is equally committed to caring for our associates as well as we do our guests. We offer competitive pay and benefits and numerous training experiences. In addition to full-time, part-time, and seasonal employment, we offer ongoing advancement and internal growth opportunities in a number of areas.
WHERE WE ARE
Sanderling Resort is located approximately 75 miles southeast of Norfolk, Virginia and 215 miles northeast of Raleigh, North Carolina.
If you are looking for the perfect opportunity to pursue your hospitality career year around or work seasonally, Sanderling is a truly unique destination. Charming and romantic, diverse and eclectic, authentic and unpretentious, alive and vibrant. Indeed, we have a quintessential Carolina beach and pools, beach bars, cozy bars, spa, restaurants and other resort amenities, but Sanderling is more. It is an experience.
We welcome team members who are passionate about delivering timeless experiences that create memories for our guests that last forever. We appreciate your interest in the Sanderling experience and in joining our team of passionate and dedicated hospitality professionals.
| Address | 1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27948 |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Resort |
| # Jobs | 33 |
About EOS Hospitality
EOS Hospitality is the hospitality division of EOS Investors, a fully integrated investment firm dedicated to identifying and creating value within the hospitality sector. Our portfolio includes hotels and resorts in Maine, Delaware, Washington, D.C., South Carolina, Florida and California.
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