Summer Snack Lab Staff - Vancouver, Canada - Science World

Science World

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Multiple Summer Openings

Option to Continue in the Fall

Part Time -15 to 30 hours per week

Position:
Summer Snack Lab Staff

Reports to:
Manager, Science Store
Science World is a BC-based charitable organization that engages the people of British Columbia in STEAM literacy. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature.

Our people are our greatest asset.

As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone's unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other.

You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values:
Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

Position Description

You will assist and facilitate the implementation of safety and security procedures in the Snack Lab, work both independently and with other team members and departments.

You will also sell, prepare and serve Snack Lab items, perform cleaning procedures, and provide product knowledge and merchandising.

This position offers approximately 15 to 30 hours per week in the summer months.

This position also requires flexibility with regular weekend shifts, weekday shifts, and changing shift schedules as determined by operational needs.

As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months.

Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings.

Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Enhance our visitor experience by being helpful, welcoming, cheerful and attentive to visitor needs in the Snack Lab
Enforce rules and regulations for visitors, ensuring proper health and safety protocols are followed
Resolve concerns in a timely and professional manner when dealing with difficult situations, and demonstrate strong conflict resolution and troubleshooting skills
Process sales in our cash register, Profitek POS Systems, accurately and efficiently
Prepare and sell food and beverages in our Snack Lab
Utilize tools and resources to facilitate learning in Science World
Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of all daily cash and card transactions, and end of day reconciliation
Assist with receiving stock, shelving, and displays
Maintain tidiness and cleanliness in the Snack Lab by completing daily and monthly cleaning tasks
Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications

Previous experience in sales, visitor experience, retail, and cashhandling experience is considered an asset
Must have speed and accuracy in handling cash for high volume sales
Consistent availability that includes weekdays, weekends, including statutory holidays is preferred
Independent, selfmotivated, outgoing, organized and experienced in meeting and exceeding visitor needs
Dependable, reliable, and flexible with problemsolving skills
Excellent communication and visitor experience skills
Responsive and respectful team player capable of working in a dynamic team environment and meeting and engaging with visitors of all ages
Ability to work well under pressure and deal directly with the public
Able to lift up to 10 kg to assist in receiving shipments
Able to stand for a minimum of 5 hours

This is a unionized position represented by CUPE 1004