Title: Concessionaire-Entry Level
Job Code: 2222 Student Administrative/Support Services
Level: Entry
Essential Functions:
Customer Service Associates are responsible for providing general customer service at the concessions areas at the both the CMU Theater. Additional duties include light food preparation, cleaning and stocking, and taking attendance at films. Work shifts are available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings/nights.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- 50% Customer Service; answering guest questions; friendly, timely service, firm adherence to retail policies, position is required to work both behind the counter of the Theater Concessions Stand.
- 25% Technical Operations; cash handling via operating cash registers and taking attendance of theater showings.
- 20% Cleaning and Stocking; light to moderate cleaning duties, displaying merchandise on sales floor.
- 5% Other duties as assigned.
Opportunities for Skill Development on the Job:
Students participate in experiences outside the classroom which allow them to develop and demonstrate life skills. These skills and characteristics for success and citizenship are learned and refined during their college years and beyond. The Office for Student Affairs has developed seven Student Development Outcomes that the Student Unions & Activities has incorporated into the student employment system in the Unions. Here is a listing of the Student Development Outcomes with some examples of how you can learn or further develop your own skills set.
Responsibility/Accountability
- Arrives on time for shift and attempts to provide replacement if cannot work assigned shift
- Develops knowledge of and adheres to department and University policies, procedures, and regulations
- Takes ownership of work duties and responsibilities and ensures they are completed accurately and on time
Independence/Interdependence
- Seeks instruction from supervisor and asks when unclear on tasks, procedures or how to correct errors
- Demonstrates clear and effective communication with supervisors and team members
- Develops knowledge of products and services available at SUA Retail locations
Goal Orientation
- Manages time in order to complete all required and assigned duties
- Seeks guidance in understanding policies and procedures
Self-Awareness
- Can separate the demands of the job and customers from personal concerns and egos
- Displays friendly and helpful attitude with customers and peers
Resilience
- Takes responsibility for, and learns from, errors
- Accepts direction and constructive criticism from supervisor
- Able to work through difficulties when they arise
Appreciation of Differences
- Recognizes advantages of moving outside of "comfort zone"
- Treats all customers, peers and supervisors respectfully
Tolerance of Ambiguity
- Maintains composure in difficult situations
- Employs problem-solving skills and looks to supervisor for guidance as needed
- Demonstrates a willingness to attempt new tasks
*The employer reserves the right to change or add duties to this position as long as the changes and/or additions are consistent with the job classification.