Barista

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital.  This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Join Our Team as a Barista (Part‑Time, Year‑Round)

We’re looking for someone who enjoys creating great experiences for others and thrives in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment. As a full‑time, year‑round barista, you’ll play an important role in welcoming guests, crafting quality beverages, and helping maintain a positive, comfortable atmosphere. You’ll also model the organization’s guiding principles in every interaction.

This position may include tips.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare high‑quality beverages, whole‑bean offerings, and food items by following all recipe and presentation standards
• Greet customers warmly, understand their needs, and guide them through menu options
• Stay organized and efficient during busy periods or unexpected rushes
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and safe workspace, including equipment and utensils
• Follow all safe food‑handling procedures
• Communicate important shift information to leadership
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and alignment with our organizational values
• Follow all operational policies, including cash handling, safety, and security procedures
• Uphold the principles of a Just Culture
• Perform other duties as assigned; must maintain HIPAA compliance

This job description reflects the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or working conditions.

What You’ll Bring

Experience

• Customer service experience preferred
• Previous Starbucks experience preferred

Skills & Requirements

• Ability to obtain necessary computer skills within 90 days to complete online learning, access forms and policies, and manage benefits enrollment
• Working knowledge of the English language (reading, writing, speaking)

Education

• No specific education requirements

Licenses / Certifications

• None required

Benefits at Vail Health (Full\ Time) Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: 
  • Medical
  • Dental 
  • Vision
• Educational Programs: 
  • Tuition Assistance 
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching 
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:$20—$23.38 USD