Sales Attendant (Sessional)

University of British Columbia; East Central Okanagan Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

University of British Columbia Food Services is seeking a part-time Sales Attendant (Sessional) to provide exceptional customer service across campus food outlets. You will serve customers, take payments, and assist with food and beverage preparation in residences, restaurants, or retail locations.

Under the Food Services Manager, you will work with staff and students, handle busy periods, and participate in training programs to maintain safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Must lift 30+ lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Serves customers
• Takes payments
• Prepares food and beverages in food service locations
• Other duties as required

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Flexible hours

Teamwork

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Job TitleSales Attendant (Sessional)Job CategoryBCGEU Okanagan Support StaffJob ProfileBCGEU OK Salaried - Sales AttendantJob Family GroupStaff - UnionDepartmentUBCO | Front of House | Food ServicesCompensation Range$3,470.00 - $3,470.00 CAD MonthlyJob End DateOctober 16, 2026Posting End DateOctober 26, 2026Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Food Services Manager, the Sale Attendant provides exceptional customer service to all clients of UBCO Food Services. This could include serving customers, taking payments and preparing food and beverages in either food service restaurants, residences or retail outlets.Organizational StatusReporting to the Food Services Manager, the position interacts with other Food Services Staff as well as staff, faculty students and all other customers. Receives direction and guidance from the Senior Sales Attendant.Work Performed- Serves customers- Takes payments- Prepares food and beverages in food service restaurants, residences and retail outlets- Other duties as requiredConsequence of Error/JudgementPoor customer service could negatively impact the reputation of UBCO Food Services.Supervision ReceivedReports to the Food Services Manager. Takes day-to-day direction from the Senior Sales Attendant.Supervision GivenNo supervision given.Preferred Qualifications- Grade 10 or equivalent and Food Safe Level 1 Certificate- One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience- Must complete and pass associated specialized training programs, if located in a specialized Skills Outlet (i.e. Tim Hortons, Subway, Starbucks, etc.)Performance Competencies & Criteria- Ability to maintain cafeteria in a safe and sanitary manner- Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with internal and external contacts- Must be flexible and able to manage conflicting priorities to meet deadlines- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment- Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to handle a high volume of work during peak periods; ability to multitask- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends- Must be able to lift 30+ LBS safely- Must be able to work on your feet for 8+ hoursMinimum Qualifications- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion