Food Service Associate

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee; Sharon (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplefields & RL Vallee in Sharon, VT is hiring for a full-time/part-time retail position. The role involves greeting customers, food service setup, and serving items with attention to safety and quality standards.

Shifts vary by location; a flexible schedule is needed. The job emphasizes strong customer service, teamwork, and adherence to food safety guidelines. Wages are hourly, with potential for scheduling flexibility.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide excellent service.
• Prepare or assist in preparing hot and cold items.
• Ensure utensils, napkins, and condiments are available.
• Check temperatures and follow food safety guidelines.
• Inspect products for quality and remove expired items.
• Take orders and serve items as requested.
• Maintain clean work areas and equipment.
• Assist with deliveries and stocking.
• Report malfunctions to management.
• Train other employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Directions

Lifting

Temperature control

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maplefields - Sharon Trading Post - Sharon, VT 05065

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Category: Retail

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• Visually inspect all products for quality or out of date labels and remove from selling floor as needed.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

• 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.