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Workstream; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Workstream is seeking a Guest Service Representative in Elmhurst, Illinois, to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests and provide exceptional customer service at Nothing Bundt Cakes.

The ideal candidate will assist guests with orders, maintain bakery cleanliness, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, is required.

Previous experience in guest service is a plus, making this role a great opportunity for those looking to enter the service industry.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• No formal education required, but previous guest service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and assist with their needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery.
• Replenish merchandise and display cases.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Technology proficiency

Education

Previous guest service experience

Job description

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Guest Service Representative creates a warm, welcoming environment for our guests, offers creative solutions for unique celebratory occasions, and sells our delicious cakes.

As the first point of brand contact in our bakery, the Guest Service Representative engages and brings joy to our guests, creates a memorable experience, and leaves a positive, lasting impression, embodying NbC core values and demonstrating a strong commitment to guest satisfaction, excellence, and efficiency.

Accountabilities/Duties:

• Promptly greets walk-in and phone guests with genuine warmth and helpful enthusiasm, determines interests and needs, follows NbC Sweet Steps of Service to create superior product knowledge, educates guests on cake distinctions, sizes, flavors, pricing, special promotions, and complementary retail merchandise (balloons, candles, cards), completes orders efficiently and accurately using the point-of-sale system, and invites guests to join the NbC Email Club.
• Upholds a clean and organized bakery presentation, including routine sweeping/mopping of the floor and dusting/cleaning of countertops, windows, and other surfaces.
• Replenishes retail merchandise and cake display case to ensure a strong visual presentation.
• Assists the Crafter in preparing cake decorations and packaging supplies as needed.
• Complies with all health and safety guidelines, NbC policies and procedures, dress code, and personal hygiene requirements.
• Maintains consistent work attendance and punctuality.

Core Values and Competencies:

• Goes above and beyond to support the team or guest, and is reliable, trustworthy and responsive.
• Keeps the good of the team or guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
• Displays humility and empathy in interactions with others.

Spirit of a Champion

• Demonstrates pride in responsibilities, an intense drive, and a passion to succeed.
• Takes initiative and 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
• Operates with a strong sense of urgency and adheres to NbC brand standards.

Genuine Connections

• Projects warmth, enthusiasm, and optimism that attracts others.
• Builds positive, productive relationships with all team members.
• Listens actively and communicates openly, clearly, and respectfully.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exhibits high energy and strong interpersonal skills; is friendly, helpful, positive, patient, socially confident, and communicative.
• Enjoys interacting with diverse people and excels at providing a superior guest experience.
• Can perform multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Is diligent, organized and self‑motivated.
• Has the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Is comfortable with new technology and can operate a point-of-sale system.
• Understands basic arithmetic; can perform calculations when needed and provide monetary change using U.S. currency.
• Has the capacity to stand for extended periods of time and work in a fast‑paced environment.

Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements:

• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
• While no formal education or work experience is required, previous guest service experience at a bakery, restaurant or retail store is a plus.

Work Availability

Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on changing business demands.