Sales Attendant (Sessional)

The University of British Columbia; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Sales Attendant (Sessional) for UBCO Food Services. Under the Food Services Manager, you will provide exceptional customer service, handle payments, and help prepare food and beverages across various service outlets.

This role emphasizes flexible hours, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates have Grade 10 or equivalent and a Food Safe Level 1 Certificate, plus at least one year of related experience or an equivalent mix of

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 (e.g. Tim Hortons, Subway, Starbucks, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Serves customers.
• Takes payments.
• Prepares food and beverages in food service restaurants, residences and retail outlets.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Food Safe Level 1 Certificate

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff Job Profile BCGEU OK Salaried - Sales Attendant Job Title Sales Attendant (Sessional) Department UBCO | Front of House | Food Services Compensation Range $2,710.00 - $3,369.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date September 7, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date August 31, 2026

Job Description

Under 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 Status

Reporting 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 required

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Poor customer service could negatively impact the reputation of UBCO Food Services.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Food Services Manager. Takes day-to-day direction from the Senior Sales Attendant.

Supervision Given

No 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+ hours

Expectations for all UBC employees

• 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

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.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail].