Cashier/Check/Clerk-1

Job Description:

Brown Dining Services is looking to expand our team of dedicated Cashier/Checker/Clerk.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Read, write and effectively communicate in English.
• Outgoing, positive demeanor.
• Demonstrated positive customer relations skills.
• Ability to resolve potentially difficult customer situations.
• Basic math skills as they relate to counting and making change.
• Demonstrated honesty and dependability.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Speed and accuracy in performing cash transactions and in operating cash registers.
• Ability to operate cash register, card reader, and inspect ID’s, discern color when ID cards are swiped, use hands/fingers to handle or feel
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to tolerate extreme heat and cold.

TASK DESCRIPTION:

Performs a variety of tasks related to the direct interaction with customers on eligibility to enter contract Dining Halls and/or receiving money for goods purchased.

Typical tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Greeting customers and guests.
• Assuring eligibility to enter Dining Halls.
• Explaining department policies tactfully and positively.
• Accurately accounting for cash and other tender.
• Monitoring for illegal entry and removal of food and equipment from Dining Halls.
• Answers guests' questions and directs to proper area within building or on campus.
• Assures accuracy of procedures when assisted.
• Accurately records and totals purchases on itemizing cash register; makes proper change; resolves any conflict promptly and with courtesy.
• Assures security of funds entrusted.
• Accounts for all transactions at the end of shift.
• Observes department standards of courtesy, service, sanitation and safety.
• Maintains a neat, well groomed, professional appearance.
• Performs related tasks of Food Service Worker-Support, Service, and Sanitation when requested.
• Performs other tasks as requested.

This position works 40 hours per week/ 41 weeks per year with 11 consecutive weeks off during the summer

All offers of employment are contingent upon a records check satisfactory to Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-10-06

Job Posting Title:

Cashier/Check/Clerk-1

Department:

Dining Services

Grade:

Dining Services Union Rates

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.