Cafe Associate

Sam's Club; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading retail warehouse chain in San Diego is seeking a part-time Cafe Associate. The position involves preparing and serving food while maintaining a welcoming environment for members. Strong communication skills and a passion for fresh food are essential. Competitive pay ranging from $18.00 to $25.00 per hour, with additional incentives based on performance. Join the team to help create a friendly café experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Successful completion of all job-related trainings and assessments within the required time period.
• Food Handler Certification (Food Safety) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve ready-to-eat food.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and member-ready area.
• Keep member satisfaction as your top priority.

Skills

Food Service experience

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Join Sam’s Club as a Cafe Associate—a flexible, part‑time role that brings fresh, high‑quality food and friendly service directly to our members. As a cafe associate you’ll create a welcoming, efficient environment where customers can enjoy a quick, comfort‑food experience.

Base Pay Range

$18.00/hr – $25.00/hr

Position Summary

Why do people love eating in our café at Sam’s Club? Our members tell us that they appreciate the hard‑working, happy‑to‑help staff. As a cafe associate you listen to member needs, prepare food orders, and provide fast, friendly service. We take pride in every aspect of our work and perform it with energy and enthusiasm. We need strong team players committed to delivering a warm, friendly environment—serving a meal just like at home.

Key Responsibilities

• You have a passion for fresh food and experience with food preparation.
• You keep member satisfaction as your top priority.
• You’re a solution seeker who tackles obstacles head‑on.
• You adapt quickly to changing work scenarios.
• You are a curious and creative thinker who drives change through out‑of‑box thinking.

Impact

• Ensure high‑quality products are fresh, ready, and available.
• Maintain clean shelves, proper temperature control, and accurate expiration checks.
• Packing ready‑to‑sell products in proper containers and stock displays.
• Prepare and serve ready‑to‑eat food.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and member‑ready area.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Successful completion of all job‑related trainings and assessments within the required time period.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Service experience.
• Food Handler Certification (Food Safety).
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave.
• Other benefits: short‑term and long‑term disability, employee discounts, military leave, and adoption reimbursement.
• Live Better U—company‑paid education program for full‑time and part‑time associates.

Competitive Pay and Incentives

In addition to the base pay range, additional compensation in the form of premiums may be available (up to $3.00/hr) based on schedule, facility, and specific work performed.

How to Apply

Apply today to become a part of the Sam’s Club family and help create a welcoming café experience for our members.