Cafe Associate: Food Prep + Tech-Driven Service

Sam's West, Inc.; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Disability benefits

Education benefits

Job summary

Sam's West, Inc. is hiring for a prepared foods role in Vernon Hills, IL. You will work as a Team Member, preparing items to specification and supporting cross-functional teams with knowledge of products and tools.

The position emphasizes food safety, sanitation, inventory control, and using handheld devices to assist customers and improve store operations. The job offers health benefits, education programs, and competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Food Safety Certification preferred
• Food Handler Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Be a Team Member: maintain up-to-date knowledge of product specs and educate associates
• Be an Expert: prepare food to item specs, plan for seasonality, ensure food safety standards and sanitation
• Be a Techie: use handheld tech to drive sales and support operations
• Be an Owner: stock and rotate merchandise, ensure quality and date control, assist members with purchases
• Be a Talent Ambassador: act as a brand advocate and support training of others

Job description

Sam's West, Inc. is hiring for a prepared foods role in Vernon Hills, IL. You will work as a Team Member, preparing items to specification and supporting cross-functional teams with knowledge of products and tools.

The position emphasizes food safety, sanitation, inventory control, and using handheld devices to assist customers and improve store operations. The job offers health benefits, education programs, and competitive wages.