Federal Student Worker - Canteen Sales Ambassador

Long Island University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

LIU Brooklyn Campus is seeking Canteen Sales Ambassadors to welcome customers, operate the POS, and help maintain an inviting store environment. This student role supports inventory, online orders, and campus visitors with a friendly, professional demeanor.

LIU students enrolled in an active degree program eligible for Federal Work Study may apply. No prior training required; dependability, strong communication, and teamwork are valued assets in this role.

Qualifications

• LIU students currently enrolled in an active degree program and eligible for Federal Work Study.
• No prior training or experience required; bring motivation.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Friendly, positive, and professional attitude.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently when needed.
• Ability to learn and operate a POS system.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous retail, cashier, or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist customers with purchases, questions, and general inquiries.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to process sales and other transactions accurately.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming Canteen environment.
• Restock merchandise and assist with inventory organization and labeling.
• Prepare and fulfill online sales orders.
• Assist with general Canteen operations and facility upkeep.
• Work collaboratively with other student ambassadors and Canteen staff.
• Represent the Canteen and university in a friendly and professional manner.

Education

LIU student enrolled in active degree program

Job description

Summary

Job Description

Canteen Sales Ambassadors support the day-to-day operation of the Canteen at the Brooklyn Campus. Ambassadors welcome and assist customers, operate the point-of-sale (POS) system, maintain an organized and inviting store environment, assist with inventory and online orders, and help create a positive experience for students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist customers with purchases, questions, and general inquiries.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to process sales and other transactions accurately.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming Canteen environment.
• Restock merchandise and assist with inventory organization and labeling.
• Prepare and fulfill online sales orders.
• Assist with general Canteen operations and facility upkeep.
• Work collaboratively with other student ambassadors and Canteen staff.
• Represent the Canteen and university in a friendly and professional manner.

Education Requirements:

LIU students currently enrolled in an active degree program and are eligible for Federal Work Study during the period of employment.

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience

A few qualities are important to success in this role, while the rest can be learned along the way.

No prior training or experience is required, just bring your motivation! Important Qualities:

Dependable and punctual.

Friendly, positive, and professional attitude.

Strong communication and customer service skills.

Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Ability to work independently when needed. Helpful skills and experience:

Ability to learn and operate a POS system.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Previous retail, cashier, or customer service experience.

LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunities in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.