Dale House Cafe Associate

Historic Jamestowne; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

1.5x pay for recognized holiday work

Free visits to PV historic site

Job summary

Historic Jamestowne is looking for a Dale House Cafe Associate who will provide exceptional customer service and contribute to a welcoming environment. Responsibilities include managing food and beverage sales, keeping the café clean and well-stocked, and communicating historical information to guests.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, relevant food handler permits, and at least one year of food service experience. We offer competitive pay and benefits like employee discounts and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Excellent skills in verbal communication.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to positively interact with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Engage visitors with welcoming point-of-sale service.
• Ensure positive and memorable experiences for visitors.
• Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Virginia Food Handler’s Permit

Manager Level Food Handler’s Permit

Job description

The Dale House Cafe has been closed for renovations for a little over a year, and we are excited to be getting closer to reopening! Will you be a part of our team, welcoming visitors in to a new chapter of Dale House history?

position overview

The Dale House Cafe Associate provides exceptional customer service to Historic Jamestowne guests at the Dale House Cafe through food and beverage sales, keeping the café stocked and clean, and following proper food handling procedures.

essential functions

• Engage visitors with a welcoming and efficient point-of-sale service
  • Conducting sales at the register
  • Preparing beverages and food
  • Performing opening and closing duties
• Ensure a positive and memorable experience for visitors through the following:
  • Keeping the cafe displays stocked and organized
  • Executing cleaning routines set forth by Assistant Manager, Supervisor and Director
  • Complying with all health and food safety standards and regulations pertaining to food and beverage preparation and storage
• Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy
  • Following established procedures to check in shipments
  • Preparing products for storage or display
  • Performing periodic inventory audits
• Communicate with visitors and provide information to enrich their visit
  • The history of Jamestown, the Dale House, the historical park, our unique public/private partnership, exhibits and artifacts, visitor amenities, and daily tour and program offerings

job requirements and qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Training requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates): Virginia Food Handler’s Permit; Manager Level Food Handler’s Permit

Knowledge Requirements: The successful candidate will possess excellent skills in verbal communication, a high level of attention to detail and a team-focused sense of initiative. Must be able to positively interact with and provide services to diverse populations and age groups. Prior knowledge of Jamestown Rediscovery, Preservation Virginia, the National Park Service, and Virginia’s Historic Triangle are useful. Dedication to the mission of education and historic preservation is essential.

Experience: One (1)+ year(s) of food service and/or barista experience preferred.

additional information

Positions Supervised: None

Pay: $15.00/hr

Benefits: Employee discount, 1.5x pay for time worked on recognized holidays, Free visits to PV historic site

Business Hours: 9 am – 5 pm Daily; holiday and weekend work is required

Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day