Snack Bar Assistant

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people in this category. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in these positions.

Work Team:

Community Services

Reports To:

Food Services Lead

Position Classification:

Volunteer

Length of Service:

2+ Weeks

POSTION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Snack Bar Head, operates the Holden Village Snack Bar as a central place of welcome and hospitality for guest and staff.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

(principal duties and responsibilities; such as categories supported, staff size, volume managed, etc)

Work shifts as scheduled by the Snack Bar Head and Food Services Lead.
Maintain cleanliness standards in the snack bar; train scooping volunteers in procedures to ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards.
Handle the cash register, ensuring that all customers pay.
Work with the Snack Bar Head to keep a current inventory of ice creams, sorbets, sherbet, toppings, and other necessary items; communicate ordering needs to Snack bar; assist Snack Bar Head in receiving orders when they arrive.
Serve Holden guests and staff hospitably and with care/grace. Use imagination in “advertising” flavors and special events in the Snack Bar.
Work with a diverse range of volunteer staff while promoting a fun and supportive environment.
Ensure that the snack bar is clean, sanitary and serves quality products.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

(position specifications; such as knowledge/education, skills, problem solving/decision making, risk/bottom line results, management responsibility – people and functions)

Good communication and organizational skills.
Ability to be responsible, self-motivating, and able to work independently.
Able to supervise a constantly-changing and diverse pool of guest and staff scooping volunteers.
Ability to interact with people of all ages in a hospitable manner.
Knowledgeable of sanitation regulations in accordance with the Washington State health department guidelines.
Washington State Food Worker’s Card or willingness to obtain this certification.

This position is open only to working teens aged 13-17. Teens ages 16-17 will work the rest of their hours in beanies or the kitchen.

COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS

(particular knowledge/skills related to client and/or agency needs)

Enthusiasm for and ability to work in a remote wilderness setting.
Pledges to work in ways that support and fulfill Holden Village’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Abides by Holden Village’s Community Health Protocols and Practices.
Extends genuine hospitality to all villagers.
Upholds and works to further Holden Village values of diversity, equality, respect, sustainability, and spirituality as articulated in the Strategic Plan.
Commits to staying up-do date on all required vaccinations, including COVID-19.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

As a Short-Term Volunteer, you are eligible for the following benefits:

Food (three meals/day)
Housing & utilities
Free parking at Fields Point
Access to amazing hiking opportunities, community events, teaching sessions, art studios and other educational opportunities!