Job Details

For over four decades, Proof of the Pudding has set the standard for culinary excellence and exceptional event experiences throughout Atlanta and beyond. As we expand into the greater Dallas area, we are bringing the same innovation, excellence, and passion for hospitality that has defined our brand. From weddings and holiday parties to corporate retreats and social gatherings, our catering team delivers unforgettable events with creative menus, seamless service, and elevated design expertise.

We are seeking enthusiastic and customer-oriented individuals to join our Food and Beverage team as Cashier/Barista at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service, assist guests with their orders, and help create a positive dining experience. In this role, you will help transport food from the kitchen to various areas around the venue and concession stands while adhering to food safety standards. Additionally, the individual in this role will also be responsible for making gourmet customized coffee beverages and ensuring quality is always the same.

This position will be stationed out of Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens located in Dallas, TX.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Ability to work with new team members week-to-week to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Greet and service guests at the register, taking orders, and accepting payment (debit card, credit card)
• Ability to perform multiple roles of a concession stand such as cashier, runner, plating food, cleaning, counting inventory, restocking, customer service and barista functions
• Ability to operate an espresso machine to create customized coffee beverages and ensure that quality is always consistent
• Prepare food while following standard health and safety procedures
• Transport and deliver food from the kitchen to concession stands and other areas around the venue
• Assist servers and staff by running food to guests as needed during events
• Willing to receive formal or on-the-job training and coaching to improve
• Check identification for age-restricted items, such as alcoholic beverages
• Replenish food at serving stations as needed
• Scrub and polish counters, tables, and other equipment
• Clean dishes and fountain equipment
• Assess inventory and assist in preparing product orders as necessary
• Stock and restock items as necessary
• Ensure all sanitation procedures are followed relating to all local licensing regulations

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Customer service or food service experience preferred.
• Must enjoy interacting with students in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Must be comfortable commuting to Dallas, TX.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and team-player mindset.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods.
• Punctuality and reliability are a must.

Work Environment

Concessions Cashiers will work out of and report to our team at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. This position works often with food equipment, will be in and out of coolers and freezers, and traversing different types of flooring.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a limited space, and walking on various surfaces
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: "see it, own it, solve it."
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Flexible schedule, in a unique and exciting work locations.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.