"Counter Assistant"

About Us

The Counter Assistant, III will provide support in a variety of areas to Food Services.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in daily cleanup & set-up of coffee shop.
• General stocking & receiving of deliveries.
• Prepare and deliver outgoing orders and morning coffee shop inventory.
• Prepare fruit platters and bowls; specialty sandwiches and provides food preparation assistance such as washing/chopping vegetables and other food items.
• Set up and maintain counter/sandwich area and check-out counter.
• Set-up and maintain stock of foods for purchase and service. Restock inventory.
• Provide counter service to guests. Answer telephone and provide guidance to callers.
• Provide set-up and clean-up for catered parties and events.
• Identify prices of goods and tabulate bills using cash registers and/or calculators. Process cash and credit/debit card transactions. Issue receipts and/or change due to customers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Educational Background

• H.S. Diploma and 3 years of related experience required.
• Prior experience in food preparation using fresh produce strongly preferred.
• NYS license food handler preferred. Knowledge of Kosher dietary laws also preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Good organization skills. Provides excellent customer service and is detailed oriented.
• Must be able to handle food according to established sanitary guidelines.
• Speaks to clients and colleagues in a respectful and thoughtful manner.
• Creative thinker with original ideas.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knife skills and use of slicer is suggested.

Hiring Rate

23.71

Post Probationary Rate

24.24

Job Rate

24.99