Cashier (4724C), Lawrence Hall of Science #88221

Cashier Position at the Lawrence Hall of Science

The Cashier supports the 'ammatka Kitchen at the Lawrence Hall of Science, the home of UC Berkeley's 'ottoy Initiative, which offers multiple culinary experiences designed to foster understanding of and respect for Ohlone people and culture. This position provides a high level of customer service to Cafe customers and co-workers, operating a point-of-sale system and ensuring financial accountability.

Responsibilities:

• Cashiering Control - Follow cash and money handling procedures as outlined in the University of California Business and Finance Bulletin BUS-49 and other applicable departmental and campus policies.
• Customer Service & Operations - Provide friendly, responsive service by greeting customers, answering questions, and addressing concerns. Support a positive customer experience for diverse populations, including assisting individuals with disabilities. Maintain knowledge of menu offerings, including ingredients and allergens. Prepare and display menu signage according to standards. Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations and a welcoming environment. Maintain cleanliness of all service and dining areas (e.g., sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces). Dispose of trash, compost, and recyclables in accordance with guidelines. Ensure workspaces are stocked, clean, and ready for service.
• Security and Safety - Responsible for security and safety at the public entrance to the operations. Monitor service areas to ensure proper payment and deter unauthorized removal of items. Immediately resolve or report spills, damages, defects, and other issues to maintain the safety and sanitation of the facility.
• Meal Preparation - Set-up, prepare, replenish, restock, price, and distribute beverages, food and non-food products in designated areas to ensure availability in a timely manner to meet customer demand. Ensure all operational areas are clean and organized in a timely manner to meet customer demand. Assemble and basic preparation of food products and beverages to support service and menu production, in adherence to 'ammatka Cafe service and production standards. Follow basic principles of safety and sanitation in food service.
• Additional Duties - Participate in training and professional development. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Cash handling experience in a retail operation.
• Public contact skills and experience.
• Basic English (reading, writing, listening, speaking) and math skills related to the safe and efficient performance of the job.
• Ability to follow oral/written instructions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous food service experience in a retail operation.
• Education / Training
• High School Diploma
• Licenses / Certifications
• ServSafe or Food Service Handler Certification (Preferred)

Salary & Benefits:

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.45 (Step 1) - $27.16 (Step 4). This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information:

This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Mandated Reporter This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter. Misconduct As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.