Farm Store: Fresh Prep & Deli Associate

Berea College; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Berea College's Farm Store position requires working closely with students and staff to prepare and serve farm store products daily, including fresh vegetables, meats, deli items, soups, and bakery goods. Responsibilities include cleaning and occasional heavy lifting, with frequent customer interactions in a retail setting.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma and 1–2 years' kitchen/bakery/grocery experience, plus knowledge of food safety and proper use of kitchen tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.
• 1-2 years' experience in a kitchen, bakery and grocery setting.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for daily offerings using approved equipment and safety protocols.
• Assist with cooking and baking to provide high-quality products for customers.
• Wash dishes, mop floors and clean equipment as part of daily duties.
• Lift heavy boxes/bags of flour, meats and vegetables arriving for delivery.
• Assist customers with questions or concerns and provide friendly service.
• Follow all food safety rules applicable to the farm store.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Knives

Food processor

Blender

Stove

Ovens

Mixers

Dough sheeter

Job description

Berea College's Farm Store position requires working closely with students and staff to prepare and serve farm store products daily, including fresh vegetables, meats, deli items, soups, and bakery goods. Responsibilities include cleaning and occasional heavy lifting, with frequent customer interactions in a retail setting.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma and 1–2 years' kitchen/bakery/grocery experience, plus knowledge of food safety and proper use of kitchen tools.