FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Uniforms provided

Meals during shift

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in La Crosse, WI is hiring a full-time Food Service Worker/Cashier. The role includes cashiering and general food service with a 2:00 pm–10:30 pm schedule at the University of Wisconsin.

Pay is $17.55 per hour, with a full benefits package, uniforms provided, and meals during shift. Prior food service and cashier experience is preferred but not required. Apply online; online applications accepted only.

Qualifications

• Prior food service and cashier experience is preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to perform cashiering and food prep duties.
• Able to maintain sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs cashier duties and sales transactions.
• Handles food preparation tasks like washing, peeling, cutting vegetables.
• Maintains sanitation in preparation, service and dining areas.
• Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Ensures compliance with food safety procedures and portion control.
• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a friendly manner.
• Enters sales into the cash register and handles payments.
• Relays information to supervisor as needed.

Skills

Cashier experience

Food service

Customer service

Tools

POS system

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position.
• Address: 1725 State Street, La Crosse, WI 54601. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; days may vary, 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior food service and cashier experience is preferred, but not required.
• Perks: Full benefits package, uniforms provided, meals during shift!
• Fixed Pay Rate: $17.55 per hour.

Location

University of Wisconsin

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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Job Summary

Summary

Performs cashiering duties, including general food service work. Maintains sanitation standards in the preparation, service and dining room facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables. Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards. Distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment.
• Stores foods in designated areas in accordance with wrapping, dating, and food safety and rotation procedures.
• Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Ensures compliance with sanitation and safety requirements.
• Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
• Serves customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
• Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Relays relevant information to supervisor.
• Performs sales transactions.
• Enters sales into the cash register to ensure purchases are accurately recorded.
• Makes change, accepts declining balance cards and other acceptable forms of payment.
• Issues receipts to customers.
• Follows standard procedures for issuing cash refunds.
• Responsible for all assigned change funds and cash receipts, ensuring that cash drawer is in compliance with overage/shortage standards.
• Replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining service area cleanliness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company's behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.