Part-time Food Service Assistant

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a part-time café associate in Cincinnati, OH (MOB - 3430 Burnet). Schedule is Monday–Friday, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 20 hours weekly. Starting pay range is $16.50–$19.80 per hour, with potential differential pay and benefits based on experience and equity.

You will prepare and serve items, operate the POS, assist customers, restock, and maintain cleanliness while following HACCP standards and ensuring a friendly service during peak lunch periods.

Qualifications

• No directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve smoothies, sandwiches, snacks, and other café menu items according to established recipes and food safety standards
• Operate the POS system, process customer transactions, and maintain accurate cash handling procedures
• Assist customers in a friendly and professional manner while providing menu information and recommendations
• Restock food, beverages, condiments, supplies, and retail displays throughout the shift
• Monitor product quality, rotate inventory using FIFO practices, and remove expired items
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, equipment, dining areas, and service counters
• Support lunch rush and other peak service periods by working efficiently and assisting where needed
• Follow departmental safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and HACCP standards
• Perform other duties as assigned to support café operations

Skills

Customer service

Cashier

Retail

Café

Restaurant

Food service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Location

MOB - 3430 Burnet

Department

Food Services

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Part time

Weekly Hours

20

FTE

0.5

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $16.50 - $19.80
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

• Expected Starting Pay Range $16.50 - $19.80
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Job Responsibilities

Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30a-2:30p

• Prepare and serve smoothies, sandwiches, snacks, and other café menu items according to established recipes and food safety standards
• Operate the POS system, process customer transactions, and maintain accurate cash handling procedures
• Assist customers in a friendly and professional manner while providing menu information and recommendations
• Restock food, beverages, condiments, supplies, and retail displays throughout the shift
• Monitor product quality, rotate inventory using FIFO practices, and remove expired items
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, equipment, dining areas, and service counters
• Support lunch rush and other peak service periods by working efficiently and assisting where needed
• Follow departmental safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and HACCP standards
• Perform other duties as assigned to support café operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and stock food products and supplies
• Ability to bend, reach, push, and pull carts or equipment as needed
• Ability to work in a busy retail food service environment

Job Qualifications

• No directly related experience

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous customer service, cashier, retail, café, restaurant, or food service experience

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability