Join The Team
Let’s Light The Way Together
You Are
Passionate about books, games, or storytelling
Comfortable chatting with customers and making them feel welcome
Inclusive, kind, and community-minded
Organized, proactive, and not afraid to restock a shelf or lead a one-shot
Open to flexible hours, especially weekends or evenings during events
Bonus Points If You
Have retail, event, or bookstore experience
Have familiarity with Square, Basil, or POS systems
Speak a second language (we love multilingual magic!)
Have deep manga knowledge, TTRPG expertise, or café/barista skills
How To Apply
We’re not hiring for full-time roles just yet, but if you’d like to join us for the soft opening phase and beyond, please fill out our interest form or email us with:
A quick note introducing yourself
Any relevant experience or favorite fandoms
Your availability
Why you're excited about The Secret Lantern
About Us
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community. LGBTQIA+ folks, BIPOC, disabled individuals, and anyone from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. You belong here.
Where stories, games, and community come together.
We're building something special here in Cedar Park — a cozy, nerdy, and welcoming space where people can gather, discover new adventures, and share what they love. From books and board games to story nights and snack breaks, The Secret Lantern is more than a store — it’s a third space for connection, creativity, and a bit of everyday magic.
And we’re looking for passionate, curious, and collaborative folks to help us bring it to life.
✨ Who We're Looking For ✨
Whether you're a bookworm, a dice goblin, a detail-oriented spreadsheet wizard, or just love helping people find their next adventure — we want to hear from you!
