Sales Associate - Retail (Sessional)

The University of British Columbia • Vancouver, British Columbia • Posted July 14, 2026

About the Role

Job Summary

Serving customers, taking payment and preparing food in food service restaurants, residences and retail outlets.

Organizational Status

Reports to Supervisor or Manager of unit.

Work Performed

  • Takes customer food orders at counter or at tables; prepares and calculates bills for payment.

  • Enters customer orders in computer or cash register and accepts payment via cash, meal plan card, bonus cards, vouchers, debit, or credit card; distributes change and receipts as required; and cashes out as per UBC Food Services policies.

  • Recommends food inventory levels and calls in approved orders; assists in maintaining inventory.

  • Assists cooks in the preparation of food, such as, meat, vegetables, desserts, pastry sandwiches, salads and specialty items; portions, plates, wraps, and packs food items.

  • Prepares made-to-order sandwiches; plates, por...