Customer Service - Seasonal
About the job
- Previous 3–6 months of customer service or customer support experience is preferred.
- Previous 3–6 months of call center or office background experience is a plus.
- Basic computer skills are required.
- Candidates must be able to work independently and learn quickly.
- Strong phone and verbal communication skills, along with active listening, are required.
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
- A background check applicable under state and federal laws is required.
- Candidates must provide their own equipment and workspace, including verified secure, reliable, dedicated high-speed internet and a dedicated work area with a desk, chair, electrical outlet, and direct LAN connection.
- The computer must have an Intel Core i5-8250U series processor or greater, 8 GB of memory on Windows 10 or higher 64-bit, a screen resolution of at least 1280×768, and one monitor; dual monitors are preferred.
- A USB headset is required. Chromebooks, netbooks, and tablets are not permitted; candidates must use a laptop or desktop.
- Up-to-date antivirus software must be installed and a recent scan completed; a firewall must be enabled.
- Applicants must live in one of the listed states: Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, or Wyoming.
- Manage large amounts of inbound or outbound calls in a timely manner.
- Address customer questions and concerns about products and services through channels such as phone, email, and chat.
- Follow communication scripts when handling different topics.
- Identify customers’ needs, clarify information, research issues, and provide solutions or alternatives.
- Access company and client resources to handle calls accurately.
- Upsell products when opportunities arise.
- Switch between tasks without losing efficiency or composure.
- Be available at the desk and maintain punctuality and attendance at all scheduled times.
- Remain positive and professional in customer interactions.
- Cross-train as requested.
- Answer telephone calls from customers inquiring about clients’ goods and services, providing high-quality service with a helpful, professional attitude.
- Previous 3–6 months of customer service or customer support experience.
- Previous 3–6 months of call center or office background experience.
- Dual monitors are preferred.
About the company
Five Star Solutions builds and runs intelligent customer experience (CX) environments by integrating AI, scalable CX technology, and global teams to connect agents, data, workflows, and automation in one system. Its products and services use CX platforms, AI-assisted guidance, and real-time analytics to improve visibility, streamline operations, and lower the cost of customer support while maintaining high-quality service. The company differentiates itself with a unified, end-to-end CX platform approach that combines people, processes, and technology, delivered through onshore, nearshore, and offshore teams to fit regulated, high-growth, and high-demand environments. Its goal is to help organizations move faster, scale easily, and deliver consistent, reliable customer care over the long term.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Founded
1986
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Five Star bought West Chester Vending on May 21, 2026, extending Cincinnati coverage.
- The August 10, 2026 Nashville center doubled picking lines and quadrupled cold storage.
- Revelio shows 3,193 employees in March 2026 and 481 2026 job postings.
What critics are saying
- West Chester, Krodel, and Jordan integrations in 2026 can distract managers and break service quality.
- BBB logged four complaints in three years, signaling recurring customer-service friction.
- Private, fragmented competition can undercut margins and win local accounts faster.
What makes Five Star Solutions unique
- Founded 1993, Five Star serves breakroom services across 11 states from Chattanooga.
- Its 40 branches combine vending, micro markets, coffee, pantry, dining, and fresh food.
- Largest Canteen franchise operator gives Five Star Compass-linked scale and purchasing leverage.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options