Front of House Cashier & Prep-cook

Job Details: Job Location: Mountain View, CA 94040, Position Type: Full-Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $35.00 Hourly, The cashier/prep-cook is responsible for managing the flow of customers in the Cafe and making customers feel welcome, in addition to other tasks such as host, catering, concessions and special events. The cashier is responsible for the following duties:

Ensure shelves and counters are cleaned, organized and stocked with product throughout the day
Ensure students and other customers feel welcome
Manage the flow of customers and students in the cafe
Engage customers during wait time
Work concessions on campus
Work catering, special function and banquet events
Maintain temperature logs
Maintain and ensure the cleanliness of the front of house (FOH)
Set up assigned stations, and restock the counters with drinks, napkins, utensils and condiments
Anticipate customer needs
Collect payments from the customers and student accounts
Follow all safety and health guidelines for food handling
Reconcile cash drawers at the beginning and end of shifts to ensure the amounts are correct
Prep cookies, yogurt parfait, wraps, brownie and salad for FOH
Understand how to make sushi rolls
Maintain a positive relationship and an open line of communication with your peers and managers
Understand portion sizes, arrangements, and garnishes on the food based on the student, staff and faculty
Be prepared to assist other cooks during the food assembly process
Assist chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
Greet customer entering the lunch room; establish and provide excellent customer service
Clean and sanitize your station after each guest
Follow all safety and health guidelines for food handling and kitchen cleaning
Ensure pricing is correct on the Point Of Sale system

Qualifications: EXPECTATIONS

Must have an ANSI-accredited food handler certificate
Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students and educators
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis
Skilled in respectful and sensitive communication with people who are diverse in their academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds; sensitivity to the value in, and issues related to, successfully serving a culturally diverse student population
Barista experience is a plus

BEHAVIORAL JOB ATTRIBUTES

Must support the Catholic, Holy Cross mission and philosophy of the school
Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Self-starter who is driven to learn and constantly seeks ways to improve professional skills, modernize internal systems and implement best practices
Team-player who is willing to collaborate and support colleagues when needed
Ability to work with enthusiasm and pride as a member of the greater Saint Francis, Holy Cross Community
Act as a role model to students and peers, always imparting good citizenship, kindness, friendliness, and helpfulness in a Christian way
Show respect and service orientation towards all members of the immediate and extended communities
Positive attitude: optimistic, flexible, and passionate about helping all students reach their potential

Suitable candidates should have a minimum of two years experience at a restaurant or food service company.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse
Must be able to use a telephone head or handset if required
Work requires visual acuity
Must be able to focus on highly detailed tasks for long periods of time
Able to stand for long periods of time
The ability to lift 25 pounds and be able to bend down and lift up if needed
Ability to sustain long period of repetitive movement
Possess the skills necessary to maintain and use kitchen machines safely and efficiently.
Basic computational skills, organizational skills, verbal communication, culinary arts skills, kitchen equipment knowledge, butchering, knowledge of international cuisines, creativity, interpersonal skills, some culinary arts training.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Saint Francis High School demonstrates a commitment to the continued creation of a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.