
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $14.40 - $16.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day 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
Job Description
Florida International University (FIU) is a leading public research university located in Miami, Florida. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, FIU serves a diverse student body and offers a wide range of programs. The university campus is host to a variety of services and amenities to support its students, faculty, and staff, including dining facilities operated by renowned partners such as Chartwells Higher Education.
The Food Service Worker/Cashier position at FIU is a part-time opportunity that plays a vital role in delivering high-quality dining experiences on campus. This role is essential to maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation within the university's food service operations. Candidates will contribute to efficient food service in a fast-paced environment, serving customers with friendliness and professionalism. The schedule is Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with some flexibility dependent on operational needs. The position offers competitive wages ranging from $14.40 to $16.00 per hour, providing a rewarding experience within an educational setting.
Employees in this role perform cashiering duties such as processing sales transactions accurately, making change, and managing cash receipts while adhering to strict cash handling procedures. Additionally, the Food Service Worker/Cashier assists with food preparation tasks including washing, peeling, cutting fruits and vegetables, and weighing ingredients to meet recipe standards. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in workstations, equipment, and dining areas is a crucial responsibility to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
Working at FIU in this role offers not only competitive pay but also numerous career benefits such as training and development opportunities that encourage growth, advancement, and skill-building. The supportive campus environment values and empowers employees, promoting a workplace culture where individuals can make meaningful contributions while gaining valuable experience in food service and customer engagement. This part-time role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible hours, steady income, and a friendly work atmosphere in one of Florida's prominent higher education institutions.
The Food Service Worker/Cashier position at FIU is a part-time opportunity that plays a vital role in delivering high-quality dining experiences on campus. This role is essential to maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation within the university's food service operations. Candidates will contribute to efficient food service in a fast-paced environment, serving customers with friendliness and professionalism. The schedule is Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with some flexibility dependent on operational needs. The position offers competitive wages ranging from $14.40 to $16.00 per hour, providing a rewarding experience within an educational setting.
Employees in this role perform cashiering duties such as processing sales transactions accurately, making change, and managing cash receipts while adhering to strict cash handling procedures. Additionally, the Food Service Worker/Cashier assists with food preparation tasks including washing, peeling, cutting fruits and vegetables, and weighing ingredients to meet recipe standards. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in workstations, equipment, and dining areas is a crucial responsibility to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
Working at FIU in this role offers not only competitive pay but also numerous career benefits such as training and development opportunities that encourage growth, advancement, and skill-building. The supportive campus environment values and empowers employees, promoting a workplace culture where individuals can make meaningful contributions while gaining valuable experience in food service and customer engagement. This part-time role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible hours, steady income, and a friendly work atmosphere in one of Florida's prominent higher education institutions.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous customer service experience
- Ability to perform food preparation tasks
- Ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
- Basic math skills for cashiering tasks
- Availability to work part-time Monday through Friday
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Florida Level 2 background screening clearance if required
Job Qualifications
- Previous customer service experience
- Ability to use cash registers and handle cash transactions accurately
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
Job Duties
- Performs prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables
- Weighs and measures designated ingredients
- Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards
- Distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment
- Stores foods in designated areas in accordance with wrapping, dating, and food safety and rotation procedures
- Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils
- Ensures compliance with sanitation and safety requirements
- Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control
- Serves customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service
- Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner
- Relays relevant information to supervisor
- Performs sales transactions
- Enters sales into the cash register to ensure purchases are accurately recorded
- Makes change, accepts declining balance cards and other acceptable forms of payment
- Issues receipts to customers
- Follows 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
- Replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining service area cleanliness
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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