Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.00 - $15.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Opportunities for training and development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Ad disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Compass Group is a leading food service and hospitality company that operates in various sectors including educational institutions, corporate dining, healthcare, and more. With a strong commitment to quality and customer service, Compass Group provides dining solutions to numerous campuses and facilities. Specifically, Compass Group manages food services at the University of Memphis, located at 3706 Alumni Avenue, Memphis, TN. This location offers diverse dining experiences to students, faculty, and staff, emphasizing fresh food preparation, sanitation, and excellent customer interaction. The company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to the community. They offer multiple schedules to accommodate full-time and part-time workers, including days, evenings, and weekends.
The Food Service Worker/Cashier position at the University of Memphis is an essential role responsible for maintaining high standards of food preparation, sanitation, and customer service. This role includes cashiering duties such as processing transactions accurately while ensuring a friendly and efficient serving experience. Employees in this position perform a variety of tasks including washing, peeling, cutting fruits and vegetables, weighing ingredients, transporting food safely, replenishing supplies, and maintaining a clean work environment. This job demands close compliance with food safety standards and the ability to resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally. The pay range varies from $12.00 to $15.00 per hour, with benefits available to both full-time and part-time associates. Workers have access to opportunities for training and development, retirement plans, wellness programs, and various voluntary insurance options. Additionally, full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits among others. Compass Group values diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, age, or other protected classifications. This position may include periods of temporary layoff during academic breaks but offers the possibility of year-round work based on business needs. Apply through online applications only, with ongoing acceptance until all positions are filled.
The Food Service Worker/Cashier position at the University of Memphis is an essential role responsible for maintaining high standards of food preparation, sanitation, and customer service. This role includes cashiering duties such as processing transactions accurately while ensuring a friendly and efficient serving experience. Employees in this position perform a variety of tasks including washing, peeling, cutting fruits and vegetables, weighing ingredients, transporting food safely, replenishing supplies, and maintaining a clean work environment. This job demands close compliance with food safety standards and the ability to resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally. The pay range varies from $12.00 to $15.00 per hour, with benefits available to both full-time and part-time associates. Workers have access to opportunities for training and development, retirement plans, wellness programs, and various voluntary insurance options. Additionally, full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits among others. Compass Group values diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, age, or other protected classifications. This position may include periods of temporary layoff during academic breaks but offers the possibility of year-round work based on business needs. Apply through online applications only, with ongoing acceptance until all positions are filled.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- prior retail food and/or dining hall experience is a plus
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings and weekends
- good communication skills
- ability to stand for extended periods
Job Qualifications
- prior retail food and/or dining hall experience is a plus
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
- customer service skills
- basic math skills for handling cash transactions
- ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings and weekends
- good communication skills
- ability to stand for extended periods
- teamwork and collaboration skills
Job Duties
- perform prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables
- weigh and measure designated ingredients
- carry pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards
- distribute supplies, utensils and portable equipment
- store foods in designated areas in accordance with wrapping, dating, and food safety and rotation procedures
- clean work areas, equipment and utensils
- ensure compliance with sanitation and safety requirements
- use approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control
- serve customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service
- interact with customers and resolve customer complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner
- relay relevant information to supervisor
- perform sales transactions
- enter sales into the cash register to ensure purchases are accurately recorded
- make change, accept declining balance cards and other acceptable forms of payment
- issue receipts to customers
- follow standard procedures for issuing cash refunds
- responsible for all assigned change funds and cash receipts, ensuring that cash drawer is in compliance with overage/shortage standards
- replenish condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining service area cleanliness
- perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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