About the role#
As a Team Member at the Saxbys cafe on the Rider University campus, you will gain hands-on experience in food and beverage production, community leadership, and hospitality. This role is about more than just making coffee. You will work with fellow students to run an impactful business that serves the campus community while supporting the Saxbys mission to Make Life Better.
What you'll do#
- Engage with guests to build a culture of hospitality.
- Learn the food and beverage menu to provide recommendations and answer guest questions.
- Solve guest recovery situations when they arise.
- Keep the cafe clean and organized.
- Complete prep and assigned tasks efficiently.
- Show initiative and open communication to improve the cafe atmosphere.
- Collaborate with a diverse team.
- Arrive on time, in uniform, and ready to work.
- Promote the Saxbys mission and core values in your daily activities.
What you'll need#
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to learn and recall details of 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 stairs or ladders.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 35 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Lawrence Township, New Jersey.
- Type: Part-time, on-site.
- Pay: $16.00 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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