At Yay, lunch is our favorite subject. We believe that every student should have the opportunity to enjoy a freshly made, wholesome meal they’ll love while at school, and that parents should trust that their child feels cared for and nourished.

Founded by parents for parents in 2018, we’ve expanded quickly through the mid-Atlantic and East Coast with even more growth to come. We have exciting plans backed by experienced venture capital partners, and we can’t wait to bring our mission to more schools.

We’d love to have you on the team! As a startup, we hustle with heart. We’re team players and self-starters. We want you to love what you do, and we give you the tools to succeed with our commitment to flexibility, transparency, respect, empowerment, and positivity. Come join us!

Position Overview:

The Yay Cafe Lunch Coordinator position ensures well balanced meals are provided to schools daily through daily vendor partnerships and lite food prep. Team members will be responsible for creating a positive and engaging dining experience for students, faculty, and staff where Yay operates all day. The hours for this position range from 15-20 hours per week.

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Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare food items such as sandwiches, salads, and beverages according to established recipes and portion sizes.
• Assist in the setup and breakdown of serving stations, ensuring they are adequately stocked and organized.
• Serve food to customers courteously and efficiently, maintaining a friendly demeanor at all times.
• Handle transactions accurately and efficiently, following proper Yay Pay and credit card procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in food preparation and serving areas, including washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and disposing/ logging of waste properly.
• Follow all food safety regulations and guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of food products.
• Assist in inventory management by monitoring stock levels, rotating products, inputting inventory into system, and notifying management of low inventory.
• Attend quarterly training sessions to stay up to date with new procedures.
• Set up and maintain visually appealing merchandising displays to showcase food in an attractive and enticing manner
• Make sure all hygiene standards are properly maintained.
• Interact with students, faculty, and staff in a friendly and professional manner, providing excellent customer service and addressing any inquiries or concerns.
• Collaborate with other Yay team members to ensure smooth operations and positive customer experiences
• Maintain a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and cooperation among team members
• Utilize various technological applications including our Yay branded hotsheets, Voxer, and Bamboo HR.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in customer service, food service, hospitality or related fields is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people, including students, faculty, and staff
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with school staff, students, and other team members.
• Flexibility to work morning and afternoon hours, as scheduling will depend on each individual school’s needs. Most positions will be part-time (15-20 hours per week)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for meal deliveries
• Listed as an insured party for your vehicle
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check
• Smart phone
• Ability to work with technology
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• ServSafe certification is preferred but not mandatory; can be obtained once employed
• Flexibility in working hours, as the schedule may vary based on business needs.

Compensation:

• $18.00 per hour
• Data stipend
• Mileage reimbursement (when delivery is required)