Café Lead (or Snack Bar Lead)

Bellevue Community College • Bellevue, WA

52d

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Retail Manager, the Snack Bar Lead is responsible for the oversight of the operation of one of the food retail locations (cafes, food truck, cafeteria servery) on Bellevue College (BC) campus. This role involves leading the retail clerks and student employees working in their assigned retail location. Leading of staff includes preparation of specialty coffee, boba tea and sales of snacks, light lunches, and beverages. The Snack Bar Lead also takes charge of maintaining cleanliness, sanitation and safety while managing inventory and contributing to a positive customer service experiences for BC students, staff, faculty and visitors.

This is a 10-month cyclical position.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of experience in food service work, including one year of lead experience, or equivalent education/experience
• Must have King County food handler's permit within 14 days of hire.
• Knowledge of: Food & Beverage values and nutrition.
• Personal hygiene, food handling, sanitation, and safety precautions.
• Care and use of cafe utensils and equipment.
• Record keeping (e.g., inventory).
• Report preparation (e.g., supply levels and usage).
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and ability to follow written and oral instruction.
• Demonstrated effective customer service skills with employees, students, and visitors.
• Ability to work on several tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrate experience with point of sale (POS) and cash handling system.
• Demonstrate experience working with diverse colleagues and students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Train, lead and guide retail clerks and student employees in operation of remote food service areas such as a snack bar counter, coffee stand, food truck,
• Direct and actively participate in the preparation and sales of coffee, light lunches, sandwiches, soft drinks, ice cream dishes, and similar snack bar items.
• Supervise and participate in large-scale preparation and service of food & beverage on assigned shift.
• Oversee the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products, including rotating stock.
• Maintain quality and portion control and ensure the use of standardized recipes.
• Communicate and work with Assistant Retail Manager to address operational challenges
• Inspect food service equipment for proper care, use, operation, and report malfunctions.
• Maintain security and care of food and beverage service equipment, retail displays, guest furnishings.
• Maintain proper storage for perishable and nonperishable items and ensure proper food rotations for waste management.
• Oversee cash transactions; accounting for receipts at the end of the work shift.
• Prepare necessary reports to document operations including cash report and inventory report.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the food service/ cafe area and equipment.
• Comply with sanitation and safety standards and regulations.
• Identify proper procedures for food handling, storing and disposing of food items to minimize contamination and waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components
• Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees