***Training will be scheduled the 3rd week in May. Employment will last until the last week of August***

***Full-Time and Part-Time Hours Available--WEEKEND SHIFTS MANDATORY***

About Us:

As the "go-to" caterer in the Coastal Virginia area for more than twenty-seven years, The Gourmet Gang has built an unmatched reputation for producing distinctive events and providing high quality, handcrafted menus that are as creative as they are delicious.

Our six gourmet lunch bistros and Aquarium Café offer imaginative flavors and top-quality ingredients that delight our "regulars" and our new guests alike.

About You:

• Providing excellent customer service brings you joy.
• You like to stay busy and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• You seek out opportunities to 'leave it better than you found it.'
• You are not afraid to acknowledge and learn from your mistakes.
• You are a student or teacher looking for summer-only employment.

How You Will Make an Impact:

We are looking for Seasonal Café Attendants at our Virginia Beach Aquarium location. Depending on your assigned station, you may be responsible for taking orders and running the cash register, expediting orders, or food preparation. Some typical tasks would be:

• Greeting customers with a warm and welcoming attitude.
• Operating the cash register and POS system to process transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Preparing and packaging salads and sandwiches according to set recipes.
• Pulling orders together, ensuring the food is up to standard and correct condiments and paper goods are included.
• Handling customer inquires and resolve any issues promptly and professionally.
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure smooth operations, including stepping in to other roles, as needed.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Experience in a food service setting a plus
• A friendly and positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable transportation
• Must be willing to work on the weekends and some holidays

The Good Stuff:

• Base pay tip pool guaranteed to average at least $15/hr (currently, base pay plus tip pool averages between $15-$19/hr)
• Free Employee Shift Meal as well as an additional 40% discount at all Gourmet Gang locations