UNC Student Guest Experience summer intern: Carolina Dining Services

Job Description

Carolina Dining Services is seeking guest experience interns to assist our team with educating parents and students about our dining program during summer orientation (June-August.) MUST be a UNC Student.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for students interested in marketing and sales to work within the frameworks of a university and Aramark, an international food service corporation. You will work in-person collaboratively with other team members to help students sign up for meal plans and get prepared for their dining experience at UNC. In addition to the essential functions listed below, you will have the opportunity to learn more about different aspects of our dining program and what it takes to make the guest experience invaluable for our students and parents.

Job Responsibilities

Meal Plan Sales

• Serve as ambassadors to the CDS brand, approaching parents and students with enthusiasm and respect.
• Help students and parents sign up for a meal plan; answering any questions and addressing any concerns they may have.
• Host meal plan tabling events at the dining hall and other locations during meal periods
• Assist in distributing CDS marketing collateral around campus; making sure materials posted are up to date.
• Collaborate with Guest Experience team, University partners, and other stakeholders in creating a seamless experience for parents/students.
• Give meal plan presentations and provide further guidance to attendees.
• Analyze our meal plan communication strategy and comprehension. Generate new ways to improve our communication and student interest.
• Assist with long-term projects and administrative tasks from the Guest Experience team.

Additional Essential Job-Related Requirements:

• Maintain a professional image
• Must be able to follow written and verbal directions.
• Must be able to lift up to 10lbs
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended time periods.
• Must feel comfortable approaching peers or parents and talking to them.
• Must feel comfortable presenting in front of an audience.
• Must be an effective communicator

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Must be a UNC Student
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to understand and use Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and be proactive.
• Ability to communicate a lot of information clearly and effectively.

 This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.