MN Landscape Arboretum Coffee Cart Associate - Minneapolis Minnesota

Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Posted On: 01/25/2025

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Job FamilySupplemental Employee
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code0001
Employee ClassCivil Service
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MN Landscape Arboretum Coffee Cart AssociateThe University of Minnesota's Landscape Arboretum is looking for Coffee Cart Associates to staff the Coffee Cart onsite. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to making coffee, specialty coffee drinks, and other beverages available for sale, providing customer service, and processing sales. This cart will operate outdoors when weather conditions allow.This is a casual position with no more than 14 hours of work per week and is located at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska, MN. Anticipated shifts: 8am - 3pm; Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and special eventsJob responsibilities

• Maintain proper set-up and close down of Coffee Cart when scheduled
• Prepare coffee, specialty coffee drinks, and other beverages available for sale
• Operate POS system and comply with all cash handling policies
• Maintain Coffee Cart supplies and stock products when assigned
• Maintain product presentation throughout the day
• Complete production records
• Maintain cleanliness of service area including emptying trash, recycling and composting
• Operate coffee brewers and other small service equipment
• Put away supplies
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as assigned
• Follow Food Safety and Sanitation standards
• Greet customers in a courteous and friendly manner
• Assist in training other employees
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards customers, co-workers and management
• Work effectively and efficiently with the events team, facilities team, and catering staff
• Expediently communicate any challenges, guest complaints or requests to the Supervisor
• Arrive at scheduled start time
  Qualifications
  
  
  Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have some experience working as a cashier using US currency
  • Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate
  • Basic mathematical and computer skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes
  • Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and staff
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and to write simple correspondence.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and employees.
  • Ability to handle keys and locks
  • Available to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
  • Ability to work both indoors and outdoorsPreferred
    • Familiar with Arboretum spaces, personnel, and practices
    • Prior barista experience
      About the Department
      
      
      The University of Minnesota's Landscape Arboretum is looking for Coffee Cart Associates to staff the Coffee Cart onsite. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to making coffee, specialty coffee drinks, and other beverages available for sale, providing customer service, and processing sales. This cart will operate outdoors when weather conditions allow.
      This position falls under the Arboretum Operations department.
      Pay and Benefits
      
      
      Pay Range: $18.00/hour depending on education/qualifications/experience.
      Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
      How To Apply
      
      
      Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
      Diversity
      
      
      The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
      Employment Requirements
      
      
      Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
      About the U of M
      
      
      The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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