Food Service Associate

Maplefields; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Middlebury is looking for both full-time and part-time employees dedicated to excellent customer service and food preparation. This position offers flexible shifts and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills required.
• Ability to work individually or in a team.
• Must follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide excellent service.
• Prepare food items and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and management of the food department.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow food safety guidelines

Ability to lift objects up to 50lbs

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maplefields - Middlebury - Middlebury, VT

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $16.50 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Swing

Job Category: Retail

Description

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Always greet customers as they approach the department, provide excellent customer service through entire interaction.
• Set up food service, kitchen, prep stations, and equipment for business day.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold food items.
• Ensure proper utensils, napkins and condiments are available to customers.
• Check food temperatures before serving following all food safety guidelines.
• Check Cold case temperatures frequently.
• Visually inspect all products for quality or out of date labels and remove from selling floor as needed.
• Take orders and serve food items to customers following customers specific requests.
• Clean, wash and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment.
• Collect and place garbage/compost in designated containers.
• May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to management immediately.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and putting loads away in an orderly manner.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

Skill Requirements:
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.
• Ability to follow all food safety/sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift objects properly up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in multiple different temperatures during the day.

Availability:
Shifts vary by location and are established bases on the business needs of the Store. Your manager will work with you to find a schedule that will provide you with your desired hours, whenever possible. Schedules are flexible and should be discussed with your manager.