Food Service Associate

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee; Town of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee in Town of Plattsburgh, NY, is seeking a friendly store associate to greet customers, take orders, and help with the preparation of hot and cold foods. You will ensure utensils and condiments are available and monitor product temperatures per food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include serving customers, cleaning work areas, assisting with deliveries, and helping train other team members. Shifts vary by location, with flexible scheduling to fit business needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they approach the department.
• Set up food service areas and prep stations for the day.
• Prepare or assist in hot and cold food items.
• Ensure utensils, napkins, and condiments are stocked.
• Inspect products for quality and remove out-of-date items.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Follow directions

Job 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all food safety guidelines.Check Cold case temperatures frequently.Visually inspect all products for quality or out of date labels and remove from selling floor as needed.Take orders and serve food items to customers following customers specific requests.Clean, wash and maintain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.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.