AM Barista / Cashier

Position Summary The AM Barista / Cashier is part of The Lantern Columbia's morning team that starts a guest's day off on a happy note. The AM Barista / Cashier will set up the work and guest areas, make all coffees, enter the breakfast orders into the Point of Sale system, serve the guests while keeping the lobby inviting and clean. Schedule is typically 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Raines Co. - The Lantern Columbia, "Led by Purpose. Lit by Kindness". Established in 1988 as a family‑owned business, Raines has grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family‑oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, partners, and within the communities where we operate. We offer comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, 401(k), a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company. Essential Job Functions Greet guests and provide expert information on all breakfast offerings. Maintain pastry display, counter top, storage, and front‑of‑house areas in a clean and presentable manner at all times. Prepare and present all breakfast items, including coffees, using standard recipes and kitchen equipment. Bring breakfast items that originate in the kitchen to the guests in a timely and friendly manner. Accurately post all transactions into the POS and close all tickets. Engage guests throughout their visit in a friendly and caring manner; try to remember names. Assist guests with requests as appropriate. Comply with all health and safety regulations. Be a great teammate. Experience and Education Experience as a barista, food runner, or busser is great but not required. We hire for heart and train for the technical skills. Experience in hotels, restaurants, or related fields in customer service is a plus but not a deal breaker. Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies such as ServSafe are preferred; if not, we will provide the opportunity for you to become certified. Minimum: high‑school diploma, certificate of completion, GED, or equivalent. Equal Opportunity Employer Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as defined by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pre‑employment background check required.

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