Café Attendant, Emporium

2 months ago


Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States Laramie County Community College Full time

Position Overview:

Laramie County Community College is dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students through exceptional educational experiences. Our mission is to stand out as a community college, benefiting our local communities and fostering pride in Wyoming. We value Passion, Authenticity, and the Desire to Make a Difference.

Role Summary:

The primary duties of this role encompass:

The Café Attendant is a part-time, non-benefitted position responsible for ensuring smooth operations and outstanding customer service at the Emporium coffee shop and food market. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Crafting hot, cold, and specialty beverages.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of customer areas, equipment, and work surfaces.
  • Preparing food orders and providing excellent customer service.
  • Assisting with inventory management and ensuring compliance with operational policies and regulations.

The Cheyenne campus serves approximately 630 residential students, 3,000 commuters, and a faculty and staff population of around 300. Dining services include a 328-seat dining center, the Emporium for grab-and-go options, Coffee 101, and a cashless Micro Market within the Residence Hall.

This role requires a flexible work schedule, including some weekends. We are hiring for two positions: PT Café Attendant 1 (19 hrs/wk) and PT Café Attendant 2 (16 hrs/wk). Schedules may be adjusted based on institutional needs.

Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary.

Compensation: This is a classified position with an hourly wage of $15.03/hr, commensurate with experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate daily operations at the Emporium by effectively utilizing resources and adapting to changing needs.
  • Support the development and maintenance of a self-sustaining dining and retail program.
  • Manage inventory and ordering processes.
  • Prepare food and beverages while ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
  • Promote a culture of quality and exceptional customer service.
  • Utilize enterprise systems for inventory management and customer tracking.
  • Create a welcoming environment that fosters community engagement.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain equipment.
  • Collaborate with team members to support operational needs during peak times.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field.
  • Two years of experience in food service operations.
  • Experience with food service management software.

Work Environment:

This position requires working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness. The role may involve lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds and requires effective communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Laramie County Community College is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all employees and students, free from discrimination.