Lead Attendant for Office Snacks & Drinks (SF)

Just Fare•South San Francisco, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Workplace Attendant is the on-site leader at client locations for Just Fare’s Snacks & Drinks program. This role combines hands-on service with program oversight, ensuring the workplace food experience runs smoothly, aligns with Just Fare’s hospitality standards, and supports sustainability goals. In addition to fulfilling the core responsibilities of a Workplace Attendant, the Lead trains and supervises on-site attendants, coordinates daily service execution and ensures program performance meets expectations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys client interaction, and can balance operational detail with leadership. About Just Fare Just Fare is building a just world where food is a force for social change. We make good food — for people who enjoy eating, and for those who want a more equitable and just food system. Based in Oakland, CA, (and now serving Seattle & New York), we offer a variety of services for workplaces; such as, Office Catering, Snack & Drink programs, event catering, commercial kitchen design and operate a community kitchen. We ground everything we do in service of creating a more responsible and ethical world. 1% of our revenue supports donated meals made by our charitable arm, Just Fare Community Kitchen. So far, we have delivered over 494,250 meals to communities fighting food insecurity in the SF Bay Area. Tastes good. Does good. About Workplace Our Workplace business unit manages multiple food programs for a variety of Bay Area companies and institutions, such as Snack & Drink, Catering, etc. Ingredients and products are thoughtfully and carefully selected from organic, local, independent farms - prioritizing purchasing from BIPOC and women-owned purveyors. Prepared to satisfy refined palettes and a diverse range of dietary sensitivities and preferences, our nourishing meals aim to delight employees while our snack and drink unit offers multiple food program solutions to meet our clients' needs.

Requirements

2+ years managing others including performance management, scheduling, and continuous training
3+ years in a high traffic customer facing role with proven ability to build positive client relationships.
Knowledge of food products, sourcing and ingredients; with the ability to memorize and understand flavor profiles, nutritional facts and allergens.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, communication and patience
Exceptional customer service and attention to detail.
Attendance and punctuality is required with schedule flexibility determined by needs
Ability to work independently, be a self-sufficient problem solver and make sound decisions on-the-fly
Strong understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
Computer literacy
Basic Food Handler Certification
Smartphone will be needed for communication
Experience with inventory management, ordering, receiving, stocking and proper rotation of perishables and compostables.

Responsibilities

Present a professional, outgoing and hospitable personality in a professional workplace or food service front of house setting
Strong ability to proactively identify client needs, make smart choices in line with company and client needs, and solve problems on the fly.
Act as the on-site point of contact for Snacks & Drinks operations.
Ensure all service areas (micro-kitchens, snack & beverage displays, coffee bars) are properly stocked, clean, and maintained.
Oversee and executes receiving, stocking, and inventory processes, including daily FIFO rotation and monthly smallwares counts.
Monitor Snack & Drink equipment functionality, escalate maintenance needs, and ensure safe operation.
Ensures all products are in stock and managed within budget through proper ordering, receiving, and management of inventory.
Support and oversee Workplace Attendants.
Provide daily task direction and oversee completion of responsibilities.
Ensure high standards of cleanliness, hospitality, and service delivery.
Serve as the first point of escalation for team performance or client concerns.
Assist in hiring, training, and coaching team members.
Act as the daily liaison with client stakeholders for service adjustments, escalations, and updates.
Anticipate and respond to client and guest needs with a hospitality-forward approach.
Ensure program consistency with Just Fare’s sustainability, quality, and service standards.
Provide daily and weekly updates to HQ on service performance, inventory, and staffing.
Track and report on waste, donations, and other key operational metrics.

Benefits

Cell Phone Stipend
All employees 401K (retirement account) - After 90 days
Commuter (pre-tax) - After 30 days
Opportunity to develop your skills, work with amazing people & be a part of a force for social change!
Full time employees receive Health, dental, and vision insurance and Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals
Meals provided daily onsite at Oakland Commissary Kitchen

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