About the Role
Scoopers at Salt & Straw create happiness through moments of wonder by offering unparalleled guest experiences. They guide guests on taste adventures, sampling and scooping ice cream while narrating the journey to create OMG moments, unlike anything else in the world. Scoopers foster a welcoming environment, embodying kindness, unexpected discovery, and full-faced attention, which contributes to Salt & Straw's legendary hospitality and its status as a community favorite.
Responsibilities
- Interact with guests, ensuring an engaging and memorable experience.
- Maintain brand understanding, including production techniques, ingredient suppliers, and flavor profiles, to educate guests and provide recommendations.
- Scoop ice cream portions according to shop standards.
- Process transactions using POS, handle cash, and provide correct change.
- Prepare, label, and store waffle batter and cones; operate waffle iron; maintain clean waffle station.
- Adhere to shop, food quality, and safety standards, including cleaning and organizing.
- Replenish retail products, freezers, paper goods, and supplies.
- Consolidate ice cream tubs, replenish stock from walk-in freezer, and temper tubs.
- Accurately pack Third-Party Delivery (TPD) orders according to company standards.
- Answer phones, provide excellent service, and respond to inquiries.
- Greet guests, manage line flow, answer questions, explain shop options, and promote online ordering and pint purchases.
- Taste ice cream daily to effectively communicate flavor profiles to customers.
Requirements
- Valid food handlers' card (required within 30 days of employment or per local requirement).
- Experience in food service, fast-casual dining, or hospitality-focused industry (preferred).
- Fluency in English.
- Ability to work evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work at least 3 shifts per week, including 2 closing shifts.
Skills
- Ability to learn, discuss, and sample classic and seasonal flavors and products.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
- Ability to work with diverse backgrounds and identities.
- Ability to cooperate and work as part of a team.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and changing priorities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Part Time
Salary/Compensations
- $19.18 Hourly
Benefits
- Optional earned wages access
- 401(k) match (50% company match up to 1% of salary after three months).
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (may be available after 780 hours worked).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurance).
- Free 24/7 access to licensed mental health professionals for team members and families.
- Flexible scheduling
- One hour of Sick Time per 30 hours worked.
- 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave at 70% of pay.
- Two hours of Paid Voting Time.
- Up to $1,800 per year in Educational Assistance.
- Career development and pathing opportunities.
- 30% Team Member discount.
- Early access to new flavors.
- Commuter FSA.
- UHC Wellness Rewards (earn up to $1,000).
- Affordable FIGO Pet Insurance.
- Inclusive culture and supportive workplace.
About the Company
- Story of innovation, community, and the pursuit of the perfect scoop.
- Each flavor tells a story, creating memories, smiles, and moments of joy.
- Ever-evolving menu with classic favorites and new flavors.
- Pioneer and share experiences that inspire and connect through ice cream.
- Values: Create the Unbelievable, Show Up Generously, Act with Thoughtful Curiosity, Share Human Kindness, Make It Count.
- Reimagine the ice cream experience, crafting joy and wonder, one scoop at a time.
Equal Opportunity
- Fosters an inclusive workplace where all team members and applicants are treated fairly, regardless of protected status.
- Committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
- U.S. applicants with disabilities needing assistance or reasonable accommodation can contact the Talent team.
- Qualified candidates with criminal histories are considered in accordance with applicable laws.
