The Historic Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection is a prestigious, iconic hotel located in Spokane, Washington, offering exciting job opportunities for hospitality professionals seeking to be part of a historic and renowned team. Joining our team means becoming part of a renowned hospitality brand known for its commitment to exceptional guest service and unmatched elegance. The hotel boasts a rich history, stunning architecture, and luxurious amenities, making it a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a unique and historic environment, providing outstanding service to guests from all over the world. The Historic Davenport Hotel values professional growth and development, offering opportunities for advancement within the organization. Join our team and be part of a rewarding and fulfilling career in the hospitality industry, where your skills and dedication will be recognized and rewarded in a truly special setting.

A Lead Barista is responsible for assisting guests in the coffee shop by preparing beverages and food items, cashiering, stocking, cleaning the café and providing exceptional service to guests.  This is a fast-paced position that involves constant customer interaction.   Assists the Outlet Manager with training and development of staff as well as menu development and drink specials. Serving and including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc. Set up, stock, and maintain work areas. Input orders into cash register system and collect payment from customer. Take orders, record in MICROS system and prepare food and coffee beverages. Ordering and managing par levels with the bakeshop, as well as product rotation to maintain freshness. Ensure that appliances (e.g., coffee makers) are turned on/off at the appropriate times. Resolves team member and guest-related issues. Obtain change required for expected business level. Must possess working knowledge of computers, POS systems, and cash handling

• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.
• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Prefer telephone skills experience.
• Display basic knowledge of operation of computers.
• Requires 6^th grade math level.
• Requires 6^th grade language level.
• Requires 8^th grade reasoning level.
• Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
• No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.