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.

The Barista/Outlet Cashier is responsible for the preparation of the Market Grab and Go confecctions, accepting payment for food and beverages and making proper change for guests and fellow employees. He/she is also responsible for assisting the Host/Hostess in the prompt greeting and seating of all guests and assist servers as needed.

· Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.

· Comply at all times with hotel standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

· Collect money and/or credit cards from guests and servers, and make correct change.

· Operate the approved credit card machine.

· Prepare cashier report at end of shift.

· Pay out servers’ and service attendants’ tips, if applicable.

· Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner.

· Perform opening and closing duties according to established side-work checklist

· Be attentive of guests’ needs and assist in providing a pleasant dining experience.

· Properly take reservations for all outlets.

· Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable outlets.

· Answer the phone according to standards.

· Communicate effectively and courteously over the telephone.

· Take a room service order according to hotel standards.

· Assist servers and host/hostess in the serving of guests, as needed.

· Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance.

· Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

· High School diploma or equivalent and/or related experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.