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Campus Store Clerk/Barista

Kansas City University
Kansas City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Sept 2025

About the role

Job Type:

Staff

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Manager of Campus Hospitality, the Campus Store Clerk assists in the KCU convenience store operation, coffee shop and ancillary retail services. The Clerk supports the Manager in inventory control, sales and returns, vendor relations, cash management, and related reporting.

** Monday - Friday 7AM - 3PM; availability to work occasional Saturdays with advanced notice **

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assists in the operation of a store unit, including purchasing, special orders, receiving and shipping, and return of overstocked or defective merchandise

  • Acts as a good steward of the convenience store budget; follows operating policies and procedures

  • Assists in maintenance of stock, displays, signs, and inventory and participates in yearend inventory

  • Follows store systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the store

  • Greets customers in a friendly manner and taking food and drink orders

  • Prepares and serves beverages, ranging from simple to complex

  • Takes payments and operates point-of-sale system

  • Keeps the work environment sanitary and organized

  • Helps as needed with the operation of auxiliary services such as vending machines or student service areas

  • Represents department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations

  • Performs other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization and department

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge typically obtained through High school diploma or equivalent

  • 1-3 years’ experience in a retail operation with an emphasis in customer service, cash handling and inventory

  • Previous barista experience strongly preferred

  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills are essential

  • Must have the ability to work diplomatically and effectively with all faculty, staff and students

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently is essential.

  • Must be self-motivated, self-disciplined, and detail oriented

  • Excellent follow-through skills essential

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.

Annual Security Report

KCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff. Our annual campus security report lists campus crimes and statistics for the campus and public areas around campus for the last three years, in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

Thank you for your interest in a career at KCU!

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