Counterworker.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is looking for a dedicated Counterworker to join the team in Hanover, NH. The role involves performing food preparation and serving tasks, operating the cash register, and maintaining cleanliness in the cafe. A commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness is essential.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and six months of relevant food service experience. The position offers a regular full-time schedule, Monday through Friday from 1pm to 9:30pm, with weekends off.

Qualifications

• Six months of relevant experience in food service operations.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commitment to diversity and serving the needs of a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Perform food preparation and serving tasks in a busy cafe.
• Operate cash register and handle customer transactions.
• Wash dishes and clean the cafe serving area.
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Familiarity with sanitary procedures

Education

High School or equivalency

Job description

Position Details

• Title: Counterworker
• Location: Hanover, NH 03755
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 1pm‑9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
• Employment: Regular Full Time, 40 hours per week, 12 months
• Salary Range: $23.00 – $23.00 per hour
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Union: Not a Union Position
• Open Until Filled

Position Purpose

To perform a variety of food preparation and serving tasks in a busy, popular cafe.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School or equivalency
• Experience: Six months of relevant experience in food service operations
• Preferred: Food service experience in an institutional establishment
• Skills: Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to apply customer relations procedures and policies
• Attention to detail and neat appearance
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Familiarity with sanitary procedures relating to food preparation and general sanitation regulations
• Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability: May work varied shifts and overtime
• Commitment to diversity and serving the needs of a diverse community

Key Accountabilities

Employee may be assigned to primary duty of cashier or food service counterworker.

Food Service

• Replenishes beverages, portioned items, hot food, salad and sandwich bars, bulk ingredients and baked goods.
• Serves food items in a prompt, courteous manner, following sanitary guidelines and portion control measures.
• Prepares a limited number of food items such as vegetables, fruit salads, pre‑made sandwiches and omelets.

Percentage of Time: 40%

Cashier

• Operates cash register to itemize and total customer’s purchases.
• Reviews price sheets to note price changes and sale items.
• Scans items to record price and total purchases on cash register.
• Collects cash, check, or student multiple charge system payment from customer and makes change for cash transactions.
• Maintains awareness of potential shoplifting and employs prevention techniques.
• Counts money in cash drawer and starts up and closes out the register at beginning and end of shift.
• Identifies items not accepted by the scanner.

Percentage of Time: 30%

Maintenance

• Washes dishes both by hand and using a commercial dishwasher.
• Sweeps and mops cafe serving area and empties trash as needed.
• Cleans table‑tops in the cafe proper.

Percentage of Time: 20%

Culture and Employee Belonging

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division‑wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
• Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB‑related initiatives within the division and College.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Percentage of Time: 10%

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Contact

• Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Campus Services HR
• Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Kristopher Piquette Collis Manager
• Phone: 603‑646‑3323