Cafe Attendant

ADP, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Museum environment

Job summary

Daily Planet Cafe inside the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh is seeking a part-time Café Attendant to deliver friendly service, take orders, prepare food and beverages, and keep the cafe clean and well-stocked. You’ll interact with visitors in a dynamic, science-filled environment.

Responsibilities include processing transactions, maintaining safety and cleanliness, assisting with opening/closing, and supporting special events.

Qualifications

• Friendliness and positive attitude when greeting guests.
• Punctuality and reliability in shifts.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Clear, professional communication with guests.
• Experience handling cash or POS transactions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude.
• Take customer orders and process transactions accurately.
• Prepare and serve café items and beverages.
• Maintain clean and organized service areas.
• Restock supplies as needed.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with opening and closing duties.
• Keep café areas clean and presentable.
• Answer guest questions with helpful service.
• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth operations.
• Support special events and museum programs as needed.
• Create a positive guest experience from arrival to departure.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Punctual

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented

Clear communication

Cash handling

POS system

Tools

POS system

Job description

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Part Time Professional Raleigh, NC, US

Salary Range: $10.00 To $11.00 Hourly

Cafe Attendant - Daily Planet Cafe

ROCKY TOP CATERING IS THE EXCLUSIVE CATERER FOR THE NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCES.

We cater a variety of special events at the Museum, including weddings, corporate events, galas, fundraisers and more. With advance notice, we also provide boxed lunches for groups visiting the Museum.

HOURS of Operation

M–F: 8am – 5pm
Sat.: 9am – 5pm
Sun.: 10am – 5pm

Location: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Nature Research Center Wing
121 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Join our team at Daily Planet Cafe located inside the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science in downtown Raleigh. As a Café Attendant , you’ll help create a welcoming experience for museum guests by providing friendly service, maintaining an inviting café, and helping keep things running smoothly. You’ll interact with visitors of all ages while working in a fun and unique environment surrounded by science, nature, and discovery.

What You'll Do

• Greet guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude
• Take customer orders and process transactions accurately
• Prepare and serve café food, beverages, and other menu items
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked service areas
• Restock food, beverages, paper goods, and other supplies as needed
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures
• Assist with opening and closing duties
• Keep tables, counters, equipment, and café areas clean and presentable
• Answer guest questions and provide helpful, professional service
• Work as part of a team to keep café operations running efficiently
• Assist with special events, museum programs, and other hospitality needs when needed
• Create a positive experience for guests from the moment they arrive until they leave

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, positive, and comfortable interacting with the public
• Dependable and punctual
• A strong team player with a willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and committed to cleanliness
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally
• Comfortable handling cash and/or point-of-sale transactions
• Excited to provide excellent customer service

Previous café, restaurant, retail, hospitality, or customer service experience is a plus, but we're happy to train the right person!

Why You'll Love Working Here

• one-of-a-kind museum environment
• Meet visitors and families from the community and beyond
• Be part of a fun, welcoming hospitality team
• Build valuable customer service and food service experience
• Enjoy variety in your workday
• Support special events and unique museum experiences

Compensation starts at $11 per hours plus tips.