About the Role
As a Café Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our café. Your responsibilities will include assisting the café manager with various tasks related to food service, customer interactions, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. This position is part-time, with shifts primarily scheduled Friday - Sunday during our baseball and softball tournaments.
Responsibilities
- Assist in food preparation, including handling ingredients, assembling sandwiches, salads, and other menu items.
- Ensure that all food items are prepared according to quality and safety standards.
- Collaborate with the cafe manager to maintain consistency in food quality.
- Greet customers in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Answer any customer inquiries regarding menu items, ingredients, and special requests.
- Provide excellent customer service throughout their dining experience.
- Process customer purchases using our Point of Sale (POS) system.
- Handle cash and card transactions accurately.
- Maintain a tidy and organized cash register area.
- Keep the cafe area clean and presentable.
- Clear tables, wash dishes, and sanitize dining areas.
- Restock supplies such as napkins, utensils, and condiments.
- Assist with maintaining inventory levels.
- Work collaboratively with other cafe staff under the direction of the cafe manager.
- Organize work schedules and shifts as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Requirements
- Friendly and outgoing personality.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in food service, hospitality, or customer-facing roles is advantageous.
- Familiarity with operating a turbo-chef or similar equipment is a plus.
- No heavy cooking involved.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- POS system operation
- Cash handling
- Cleaning and restocking
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Turbo-chef operation (preferred)
Work Type
- Part-time
Salary/Compensations
- $15-20/hr + Tips!
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
