FOOD RUNNER

Jimbo; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount 20%

401k matching

Paid time off accruals

Quarterly Bonus

Happy Hour Bonus

Birthday Bonus

Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Job summary

Jimbo in San Diego, CA is seeking a Food Runner to deliver high-quality deli items and support a safe, sanitary kitchen. You will prepare cold and hot offerings, stock the salad bar and hot case, and ensure proper labeling and rotation while meeting time standards.

You’ll provide friendly customer service, maintain clean work areas, follow Health Department regulations, and coordinate with Deli staff to keep the department well-organized and efficient.

Qualifications

• Understand and follow Health Department regulations.
• Awareness of allergen handling and cross-contamination.
• Autonomous, yet able to work in a team.
• Able to read and follow recipes; perform basic math for measurements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for the salad bar and hot case within time standards.
• Cook and heat prepared foods for service.
• Stock and present the hot case and salad bar appealingly.
• Set up salad bar, soup station, and hot bar/case on schedule.
• Maintain clean, labeled, and rotated storage and service areas.
• Assist customers on the floor with a helpful, friendly approach.
• Ensure signage and packaging options are clear and accurate.

Skills

Food safety

Friendliness

Multi-tasking

Reading recipes

Basic math

Kitchen equipment use

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Overall Compensation & Benefits:Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance packages - FT employees401k plan – Employer matchingPaid time off accruals20% Employee discountFree Box Items for employeesPerformance reviews (60-day, 6-month, Annual)Quarterly Bonus*Happy Hour Bonus*Birthday Bonus*For more information, please contact us, and we will be happy to answer any questions about this benefit.General Purpose:Deliver high-quality food in a safe and sanitary environment to Jimbo’s customers, ensuring all products adhere to store standards and guidelines. The Food Runner is responsible for food preparation, cooking and heating foods for service, maintaining the Hot Food Case/Bar and Salad Bar, while delivering excellent customer service.Essential Duties:Prepare food for the salad bar and hot case, ensuring organized and efficient cooking and heating.Cook and heat prepared foods for service under time and temperature guidelines.Stock and present the hot case and salad bar in an appealing way throughout the day.Set up the salad bar, soup station, and hot bar/case within specified time standards.Maintain a well-stocked service area, handling tasks such as changing pans, labeling, restocking, and cleaning.Uphold quality food handling standards, including proper preparation, rotation, and storage in compliance with health regulations.Monitor and maintain proper temperatures in the hot case, recording temperature logs.Assist in preparing soups and other menu selections.Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers on the floor.Keep the work area clean, sanitary, and well-stocked, complying with Health Department regulations.Organize daily menu production based on the production list.Ensure accurate department signage with product ingredients.Foster open communication and cooperation with Deli/Kitchen staff and assist customers within Customer Service Standards.Keep areas well stocked with packaging options.Other Responsibilities:Collaborate with team members to achieve department and store goals.Attend scheduled department and store meetings.Safely use knives and other equipment according to guidelines.Adhere to deli department and store policies outlined in the Staff Member Handbook and Injury and Illness Prevention Plan.Maintain a clean and neat appearance in compliance with the Dress Code policy.Work Environment:Work under various conditions and temperatures, wet and dry, for extended periods.Safely operate around kitchen machinery and sharp knives.Qualifications:Understand and follow Health Department regulations, obtaining a Food Handler’s Certificate within 10 days of employment.Awareness of handling allergen-containing products.Friendly and outgoing personality.Basic cutlery and cooking skills.Ability to use kitchen equipment as per specifications.Prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Read and understand recipes, including extending recipes.Perform basic math for recipe measurements.Physical Demands:Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted throughout any assigned shift.Stand and walk for extended periods.Climb and balance on a step stool/ladder.Stoop, kneel, and crouch.Sustain repetitive arm and hand motion.