Cafe Attendant (seasonal) | Fernbank Museum of Natural History | Handshake

Job Title: Cafe Attendant (Seasonal FT)

Department: Dining Services
Seasonal Employment Dates: June 1 – August 15, 2026

 

Position Summary

Fernbank Museum of Natural History is seeking energetic, customer-focused individuals to join our Dining Services team as Seasonal Café Attendants for the summer season. This role supports daily café operations by helping provide a welcoming, efficient, and clean dining experience for museum guests.

Café Attendants work collaboratively across front- and back-of-house operations and assist with guest service, food preparation, stocking, sanitation, and overall café support in a fast-paced environment.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain customer service, hospitality, and food service experience in a dynamic museum setting.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide friendly, professional, and responsive customer service to all guests
  • Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and process transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Support café operations by assisting team members across multiple work areas as needed
  • Respond appropriately to guest questions and escalate concerns to leadership when necessary
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas, service stations, kitchen spaces, and guest-facing areas
  • Stock and replenish beverages, condiments, service ware, and supplies throughout shifts
  • Assist with light food preparation and portioning as directed
  • Clean and maintain café equipment, including coffee urns and beverage stations
  • Assist with opening and closing responsibilities, including cleaning, mopping, and trash removal
  • Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in accordance with Fernbank policies and local health regulations
  • Practice proper food handling, labeling, and storage procedures
  • Maintain punctuality, flexibility, and a positive team-oriented attitude
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

 

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Flexible availability, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and occasional evening events
  • Previous food service, hospitality, or customer service experience preferred
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed

 

Preferred Characteristics

  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Comfortable interacting with diverse guests, families, and museum visitors
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
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