Barista

Riggs Washington DC sits on the iconic downtown corner of Penn Quarter's 9th and F Street in a historic building once home to Riggs National Bank. Each of the Hotel's 181 guest rooms offers a playful nod to the building's legacy. Riggs is home to the all-occasion European brasserie-inspired restaurant Café Riggs, as well as Silver Lyan - a subterranean bar from the internationally acclaimed Ryan Chetiyawardana, also known as Mr Lyan.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare espresso, cappuccino, latte, americano, and other coffee beverages.

• Take guest orders and process payments accurately.

• Provide friendly, attentive service to hotel guests.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee station and service area.

• Operate and clean coffee machines, grinders, and other equipment.

• Restock coffee, milk, syrups, cups, and other supplies.

• Follow hotel standards for food safety, hygiene, and beverage quality.

• Handle guest questions, requests, and complaints professionally.

• Work efficiently during busy breakfast, lunch, or peak service periods.

• Coordinate with hotel restaurant and front-of-house staff when needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or hospitality experience is helpful.

• Good communication and customer-service skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Professional appearance and a positive attitude.

• Availability to work mornings, weekends, and holidays may be required.
  
  

$10.30/hr plus tips

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
• 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel
• Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates
• Lore Group Friend and Family Rates
• 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery
• 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars
• 10 Days Vacation - Plus every year an extra day
• Company Paid Life Insurance 1.5X annual salary
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Incentive
• 401K with 5% Match
• Training and Development Programs
• Additional perks via United Healthcare
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Employee Recognition programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lore Group does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.