Job description
Location
Fresh on Spadina (147 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 2L7)
Since our launch almost 30 years ago, we’ve made it our mission to prove that a plant-based diet can be satisfying, energizing, and undeniably delicious. Every day, our talented and dedicated staff share their passion and positive energy with our community to bring the quality you know and love to our plates.
Being a part of the Fresh team means more than just being an employee, it means becoming part of the Fresh community – a place where you can be authentically you and surround yourself with a team that is welcoming, inclusive and fun.
A Host/Cashier is responsible for increasing customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests and tracking reservations. A Cashier is able to multitask as they are in charge of placing take-out orders over the phone, in-person, and through several delivery applications. The ideal candidate would be an energetic, personable, team player who can communicate clearly while working in a fast-paced environment with great attention to detail and problem solving skills.
What’s In It For You?
Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar values resilience, accountability, and inclusivity. Our culture of trust allows our employees to find satisfaction in working hard as a fun, diverse team, with ample room to grow. Our employees are motivated by the positive brand and continuous career growth. We offer:
- Increased compensation – Paid breaks and tips
- Discounted meals during work and outside of work hours, including 20% off at participating Recipe brands and other exclusive retail discounts
- Employee Health Plan – Available after one month, includes coverage for vision, dental, massage, mental health resources, employee assistance program and more
- Growth & learning opportunities – Consistent training on various topics to support continuous career development into positions of leadership
- Casual & inclusive environment – Warm, friendly and welcoming workplace for everyone to be their authentic self
- Flexible hours
What Are We Looking For?
- Open and flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
- Able to complete physically demanding tasks – standing for long periods, lifting 50 lbs, bending and reaching, etc.
- Comfortable with handling a knife and cleaning solutions
- Experience working in a kitchen, restaurant, or fast food chain (bonus)
Summary of Responsibilities
- Checks the quality of each menu item before serving
- Records delivery and take out orders from multiple applications into our POS system
- Labels bags and communicates with drivers for take out and delivery orders clearly
- Packages orders to ensure safe transport by using the proper size bag, box, etc.
- Fulfills beverage orders including smoothies when possible
- Accepts and unpacks dessert, retail and beverage ingredient deliveries
- Ensures a smooth service by being resourceful when problems arise
- Memorizes menu items and ingredients to ensure consistency
- Relays order information, allergies, etc. to the BOH team
- Follows up on order status with the BOH team to achieve acceptable service times
- Prevents shortages by restocking work stations with packaging products, etc.
- Checks the supplier deliveries for the correct quantity and quality standards
- Takes initiative when completing closing and opening duties
- Cleans and arranges service and common areas
- Keeps the FOH area and work stations clean and presentable throughout the shift
- Understands the importance of food safety, steps of service and achieving Fresh standards
- Communicates openly with management about concerns regarding workflow and operations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fresh strives to further challenge and disrupt the status quo to become a champion of diversity, inclusion, equity and anti-oppression. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization through inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environments. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, persons of colour, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are pleased to provide accommodations at any point to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable application process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential.
About Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar
CEO: Ruth Tal
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.freshplantpowered.com
Year Founded: 1999