Carry-out/Retail Associate

Dutchman Hospitality Group; Sarasota, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Growth opportunities

No Sunday hours

Free buffet

Staff discounts

Vacation bonus

On-the-job training

Flexible schedules

Scholarship program

Wooden Nickels

Job summary

Dutchman Hospitality Group is seeking a friendly Carry-Out/Retail Associate in Sarasota to handle takeout orders and assist with retail duties. You’ll ensure accuracy, speed, and great customer service in a busy setting.

Responsibilities include greeting customers, taking orders, processing payments, stocking displays, and collaborating with the kitchen and retail team to deliver a positive guest experience. Part-time with flexible evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, retail, or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Friendly, positive attitude focused on customer service.
• Attention to detail when handling orders, payments, and merchandise.
• Ability to learn and use a POS system.
• Ability to assist customers with retail products and recommendations.
• Dependable and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly service in person and over the phone.
• Take accurate takeout orders and enter them into the POS system.
• Package food carefully with correct presentation and order accuracy.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely order completion.
• Process payments and handle cash and card transactions accurately.
• Assist customers with retail purchases and provide product information.
• Promote and recommend retail products based on customer needs.
• Maintain attractive, clean, and well-stocked retail displays.
• Restock merchandise and supplies as needed.
• Keep carry-out and retail areas clean, organized, and presentable.
• Manage multiple orders during busy periods with calm efficiency.
• Communicate with restaurant and retail teams to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and company guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

POS usage

Cash handling

Product knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

We’re looking for a friendly, organized Carry-Out/Retail Associate to join our fast-paced restaurant. This role is all about accuracy, speed, and great customer service. You’ll be responsible for handling takeout orders from start to finish while also providing excellent customer service and assisting with retail-related duties when needed. The goal is to make sure every guest leaves happy and every order is correct.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly, professional customer service in person and over the phone
• Take accurate takeout orders and enter them into the POS system
• Package food carefully, ensuring order accuracy and proper presentation
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely order completion
• Process payments and handle cash and credit card transactions accurately
• Assist customers with retail purchases and provide product information when needed
• Promote and recommend retail products based on customer needs
• Maintain attractive, clean, and well-stocked retail displays
• Restock merchandise and supplies as needed
• Keep the carry-out and retail areas clean, organized, and presentable
• Manage multiple orders and customer requests during busy periods while remaining calm and efficient
• Communicate effectively with restaurant and retail team members to provide a positive guest experience
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and company guidelines at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, retail, or customer service experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Friendly and positive attitude with a strong focus on customer service
• Attention to detail and accuracy when handling orders, payments, and merchandise
• Ability to learn and use a POS system
• Ability to assist customers with retail products and make appropriate recommendations
• Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Schedule & Availability

• Flexible scheduling, including evening, weekends, and holidays
• Part-time positions available
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential

Job Type

• Part-time flexible schedule
• Work rotating schedules including some evenings, Saturdays and holidays
• On-the-job training provided

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Our team members enjoy:

• No Sunday hours
• Buffet on-duty meal free
• DHG Discounts - on meals/merchandise/lodging for staff
• Annual vacation bonus
• Wooden Nickels
• On-the-job training
• Flexible schedules
• Scholarship program