Part Time - Convenience Store - Cashier

Penn State University; Berks (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Berks Food Services is seeking an organized and motivated team member to deliver excellent customer service at our campus dining location. Weekend shifts are required: Saturday 1:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

and Sunday 1:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., with a starting rate of $15.00/hour beginning in mid-August. Responsibilities include handling transactions, stocking shelves, maintaining price accuracy, greeting customers, and keeping checkout areas clean.

Qualifications

• Basic math knowledge.
• Communication skills sufficient for customer interactions.
• Customer service mindset with a helpful attitude.
• Efficient and reliable performance in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to detail for pricing and transactions.
• Basic knowledge of point of sale system.

Responsibilities

• Handle credit or campus dining dollar transactions with customers.
• Scan goods and collect payments.
• Stock shelves, freezers, and coolers.
• Ensure pricing is correct.
• Resolve customer complaints and provide information.
• Greet customers when entering or leaving the establishment.
• Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas.

Skills

Basic math knowledge

Communication

Customer service

Efficiency

Attention to detail

POS system

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Berks Food Services is seeking an organized and motivated employees, dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Hours are Saturday’s 1:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday’s 1:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with a starting rate of $15.00/hour starting Mid-August.

Job Duties

• Handle credit or campus dining dollar transactions with customers.
• Scan goods and collect payments.
• Stock shelves, freezers, and coolers.
• Ensure pricing is correct.
• Resolve customer complaints, guide them and provide relevant information.
• Greet customers when entering or leaving establishment.
• Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Basic math knowledge.
• Communication
• Customer service
• Efficiency
• Attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of point of sales system

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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