Seasonal Ice Cream Server - Jersey City

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream•Jersey City, NJ

5h•$16•Onsite

About The Position

We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what’s “healthy” they don’t stop to consider what’s healthy. As far as we’re concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring seasonal, part-time Scoopers to join our Grove St ice cream shop in Jersey City, NJ. Our Scoopers are the ultimate Van Leeuwen ambassadors, bringing our high standards and hospitality to life in every guest interaction. We’re looking for self-starters who thrive independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The ideal candidate brings positive energy, strong people skills and a genuine passion for ice cream! This position is SEASONAL and is directly tied to the peak demands of the summer months. The end date of employment is 10/07/2026 unless otherwise specified in the interview. Seasonal Part Time Scoopers at Van Leeuwen's scoop shops make $16.00 per hour + an average of an additional $5 per hour in tips! Tips are based on averages and subject to seasonal fluctuation. Our team members must have availability to work at least three shifts per week and be available to work past 12am.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Genuine passion for ice cream and desserts
Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards
Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly
Stand for extended periods of time regularly
Walk up and down stairs regularly
Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Available to work 3 days a weeks (including nights and weekends past 12 am)
Reliable, on time and ready for every shift
Food handlers certificate required

Responsibilities

Greet every guest warmly, with enthusiasm and genuine hospitality
Able to scoop and serve guests all menu items while maintaining quality and presentation standards
Serve as a Van Leeuwen Ambassador, educating guests on flavors, ingredients and special offerings
Prepare all fresh, house made menu items daily
Accurately operate our Square POS System for a seamless guest checkout process
Ability to become familiar with all food safety procedures and follow them as required
Maintain store cleanliness, following proper sanitation guidelines
Complete daily tasks, including stocking, inventory, and cleaning
Follow Van Leeuwen's established safety, grooming, uniform, and employee conduct standards