Barista/Cashier
Company : Highgate
Location : St Pete Beach, FL, 33706
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Compensation Type
HourlyHighgate Hotels
Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.
Location
Discover more sun and more fun! Escape to a tropical beachfront paradise complete with everything you need for the perfect getaway, including delicious dining, beachfront bars, relaxing comforts, and endless activities. Here you’ll stay at one, play at two — with two connecting resorts right on the soft white sands of St. Pete Beach. Whether you’re looking for family fun, a romantic retreat, a group getaway, or anything in between, it’s all here at TradeWinds Island Resorts. https://www.tradewindsresort.com/careers
Overview
Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row! TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach.
We are currently seeking Barista/Cashier who is passionate about building lasting memories for our Guests.
Responsibilities
- As a Barista/Cashier your responsible for greeting guests in a friendly, professional manner while providing quick, responsive customer service.
- Promotes sales of retail merchandising
- Ensures the quality of food and service is at an outstanding level displaying warmth and friendliness to Guests.
- Responding to all guest requests to ensure client satisfaction; willing to "pitch-in" and help co- workers with their job duties and be an outstanding teammate.
- Maintaining outstanding of hygiene, greeting customers and keeping them happy, and taking orders.
Qualifications
- High School / GED
- Prior barista experience
- Outgoing and friendly personality, a service mentality, and a strong work ethic
- Must have open availability as weekends and holidays are our busiest times.
- Proven ability to work successfully both as a team and independently
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, food outlet environment
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Frequently asked questions
Given St Pete Beach’s vibrant tourism scene, especially in beachfront resorts like Tradewinds, barista/cashier positions are in steady demand. The seasonal influx of visitors creates peaks during holidays and weekends, making these roles crucial for maintaining smooth, fast service.
While formal certifications aren’t mandatory, food handler permits and health safety training are highly recommended for baristas at resorts in St Pete Beach to comply with Florida’s hospitality standards and ensure guest safety.
Strong multitasking abilities, friendly customer interaction, and fast-paced order processing are vital. Experience with POS systems and a service-oriented mindset can set candidates apart when applying for barista/cashier roles.
Handling guest greetings, taking orders efficiently, preparing coffee beverages, processing payments, and restocking supplies are core tasks. The role demands quick adaptation to fast customer flow, especially during peak times.
Hourly wages for barista/cashier positions in St Pete Beach generally range from $12 to $15, reflecting local living costs and hospitality industry standards, with potential tips enhancing overall earnings.
Highgate’s focus on luxury and guest experience at resorts like Tradewinds offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to interact with diverse clientele. Their reputation for innovation can provide access to advanced training and career growth.
Highgate emphasizes teamwork and guest satisfaction, expecting staff to pitch in beyond basic duties. Employees often engage in promoting retail items and ensuring impeccable service quality aligned with the company’s upscale brand.
This position typically requires open availability including busy weekends and holidays due to peak resort activity. Flexibility is key, making it better suited to individuals comfortable with varied schedules.
Starting as a barista/cashier provides foundational customer service skills and exposure to hospitality operations, which can lead to advancement into supervisory or specialized roles within Highgate’s expanding resort portfolio.
Interactions often include engaging tourists seeking quick, friendly service, handling diverse requests, and promoting retail merchandise. The role demands warmth and adaptability to contribute positively to a memorable guest experience.