About the role#
As a Team Member at the Saxbys cafe on the University of Virginia campus, you will gain hands-on experience in food and beverage production, community leadership, and hospitality. This role is designed for students looking to work with peers while supporting the university community. You will help run the cafe and contribute to a culture focused on student engagement.
What you'll do#
- Engage with guests to build a welcoming environment.
- Learn the full food and beverage menu to provide recommendations and answer questions.
- Solve guest recovery situations when they arise.
- Keep the cafe clean and organized.
- Complete prep work and assigned tasks efficiently.
- Communicate openly and take initiative to improve cafe operations.
- Work with a diverse team to promote the company mission and core values.
- Arrive on time, in uniform, and ready to work.
What you'll need#
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to learn and recall details about a complex menu.
- Previous hospitality or food and beverage experience is helpful but not required.
- Ability to stand, walk, and smile for long periods.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, and use ladders, stairs, or ramps.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 35 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: $13 per hour.
About Saxbys
Saxbys operates a network of cafes on college campuses across the United States. The company functions as an experiential learning platform by integrating student-led businesses into university operations. Founded in 2005 and based in Philadelphia, it employs over 600 people. These locations provide students with credit-bearing roles and financial management experience.
How to get in at Saxbys
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