Customer-First Food Service Associate

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee in Colchester, VT is seeking a Food Service Associate to greet customers and set up service areas. You will prepare hot and cold items, ensure utensils and condiments are stocked, and check temperatures per safety guidelines.

You will take orders, serve items to customers, clean and maintain work areas, assist with deliveries, and help train other staff. Shifts vary by location with flexible scheduling, and you’ll work in various temperatures throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work well individually or in a team.
• Ability to follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in multiple temperatures during the day.

Responsibilities

• Always greet customers as they approach the department and provide friendly service.
• Set up food service, kitchen, prep stations, and equipment for the business day.
• Prepare or assist in hot and cold food item preparation.
• Ensure utensils, napkins, and condiments are available to customers.
• Check food temperatures before serving following safety guidelines.
• Take orders and serve food items per customers' requests.
• Clean, wash, and maintain work areas, floors, pots, pans, and equipment.
• Collect and dispose of garbage/compost in designated containers.
• May train or guide other employees performing related work.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety issues to management immediately.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and organizing loads.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Follow directions

Lift up to 50lbs

Work in varying temperatures

Job description

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee in Colchester, VT is seeking a Food Service Associate to greet customers and set up service areas. You will prepare hot and cold items, ensure utensils and condiments are stocked, and check temperatures per safety guidelines.

You will take orders, serve items to customers, clean and maintain work areas, assist with deliveries, and help train other staff. Shifts vary by location with flexible scheduling, and you’ll work in various temperatures throughout the day.