STUDENT: Heritage Café

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul invites applications for a Barista/Cashier role at Heritage Café on Main Campus. You will serve students, staff and guests, preparing beverages and food items while handling basic cashier duties.

Hours per week range from 8 to 20, reflecting a flexible student-friendly schedule in a faith-driven community. Strong customer service and teamwork are valued, along with a commitment to Northwestern's mission.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, courteous and tactful manner.
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Responsibilities

• Deliver and set up the various food and drink items.
• Perform basic cashier duties.
• Assist in kitchen duties, preparing various food items and beverages.
• Assist with questions and service needs.
• Maintain orderly and clean work areas.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Professional communication

Teamwork

Time management

Microsoft Office

Written & Verbal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: STUDENT:Heritage Café
VP Area: CFO
Department: Business Services - Food Service
Position Compensation: $14.00 per hour
Location: Main Campus

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:

To serve the various students, staff, faculty and guests as a Barista/Cashier in the Heritage Café.

Hours per week: 8-20

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and set up the various food and drink items
• Perform basic cashier duties
• Assist in kitchen duties, preparing various food items and beverages
• Assist with questions and service needs
• Maintain orderly and clean work areas
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:

• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, courteous and tactful manner
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.