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Be a part of the group that delivers exceptional hospitality by supporting local farms through seasonally-inspired menus, and utilizing the strengths of its staff to provide the absolute best in culinary artistry to the greater community.\nRISD DEA's serve customers in a professional and courteous manner. They must be able to work independently and efficiently to set up (open) and break down (close) various campus locations according to the venue's specific requirements, and have the flexibility to work at various locations on campus as directed by the supervisor in order to meet department-wide needs. This role also reconciles daily cash receipts and transactions with credit/debit cards and ensures the cleanliness of the assigned location.\nStarting rate for this position is $23.00/hr. RISD also offers excellent benefits, which includes but is not limited to:\nFour (4) weeks of paid vacation\nPersonal and sick time\nRobust medical, dental, and vision benefits\nFully vested 403(b) retirement contributions after meeting eligibility requirements\nPaid Parental Leave\nEducation Assistance and Tuition Remission programs\n14 paid holidays\nRIPTA Transportation to and from work\nFree parking\nMeals at every shift\nEssential Functions:\nIn support of RISD Dining's mission and values, the incumbent may be called upon to perform any one or a combination of the following functions listed below:\nSets up and opens any Dining location campus-wide. Ability to move from one auxiliary operation to another on a daily basis, as needed by the department, ensuring that all food items and supplies are available and presented for the day's business. This includes, but is not limited to:\nPreparation of condiment and coffee station(s), brewing appropriate coffee amounts and selections as predetermined by each location and checking/filling all condiments from cups/lids to soy milk/honey.\nPosting menus and prices and familiarization with ingredients in each menu item\nReceiving, stocking and properly displaying items pertaining to that operation.\nWaits on a heavy volume of customers in a timely and courteous manner, representing RISD and the Dining department professionally and knowledgeably to a diverse clientele including students, faculty, staff, museum visitors and the general public. Adheres to established customer service goals and standards.\nFollows all opening and closing procedures for proper cash handling. This includes maintaining cashier's log and verifying cash drawer prior to and at the end of each shift and proving out daily receipts.\nFollows specific procedures for ordering and receiving products at each location to maintain desired inventory levels.\nKeeps all areas clean and restocked. Ensures that all front-of-house areas are properly maintained by wiping, washing, sweeping and picking up debris.\nEnsures that all health code procedures are followed. This includes but is not limited to: temperature management, personal hygiene and sanitation.\nRequired Knowledge/Skills/Experience:\nOne to three years of progressively responsible experience, in restaurant, college or café-style food service is preferred. \nStrong attention to detail. \nPrior cash handling experience. \nHigh school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nValued but not required skills and experience:\nRhode Island sanitation/ServSafe certification.\nUnion:\nNo\nWork Schedule:\nPart-time, 25 hours/week. Coverage is seven days per week (two days off) while school is in session and can include daytime, evening, and weekend hours.\nAll Dining Services staff is considered essential personnel to the school and is therefore required to attend work even when the school is closed.\nEmployment Status:\nRegular, Full-Time\nDocuments Needed to Apply:\nResume (required)\nCover letter (preferred)\nSalary Grade Structure\nIncomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.\nThe successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.\nRISD recognizes inclusion and belonging as fundamental to its learning and working community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to this community and to our commitment to excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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