Deli Cook - FULL TIME with Benefits - Cosentinos Brookside Market #144, 14 W 62nd Terrace

Cosentino's Food Stores; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food retailer is seeking a full-time Deli Cook to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality prepared foods while ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards. This role involves collaborating with management, training team members, and delivering excellent customer service. If you have a passion for food and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• At least one year of cooking experience in a deli or food service.
• Understanding of food sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver outstanding prepared foods.
• Supervise and motivate kitchen team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Food Safety

Customer Service

Team Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Deli Cook - FULL TIME with Benefits - Cosentinos Brookside Market #144, 14 W 62nd Terrace

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Position Objective: To produce, execute, and deliver outstanding prepared foods in freshness, taste, quality, and presentation in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in all aspects of the deli to ensure a high standard of product and service for Cosentino's customers.

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Deli Manager.

Status: Non-exempt position.

Knowledge

The following are required certifications, education, or training:

• A food handling permit obtained within the first 14 days of employment.
• Completion of ongoing training as per Cosentino's Learning Plan.
• At least one year of cooking experience in a deli, bakery, catering, or banquet setting.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in deli or food service production.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation guidelines.

Preferred but not required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills & Job Functions

Essential Job Functions include:

• Collaborate with the manager to develop menu items.
• Practice proper portion control and food safety standards.
• Ensure all foods meet safety, health, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Supervise and motivate kitchen team members.
• Maintain positive team environment and high morale.
• Train and manage part-time cooks.
• Communicate clearly about resources and team needs.
• Manage inventory, rotation, and product quality.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle complaints professionally.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely.
• Follow recipes, menus, promotions, and standards.
• Demonstrate basic math and reading skills.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare, package, and label products accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of coolers and work areas.
• Unload shipments and stock supplies.
• Support additional tasks and cross-store duties as needed.

Physical Abilities

Essential Abilities:

• Reaching, twisting, lifting up to 20 lbs regularly, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, bending, squatting, and working in cold environments.

Non-Essential Abilities:

• Climbing ladders up to 5 feet.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Restaurants