Food Service Associate (Deli Opener)

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee in Vermont seeks a retail teammate to greet customers, set up food service areas, and prepare hot and cold items. The role emphasizes excellent customer service, food safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment.

Shifts vary by location with flexible scheduling; candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying temperatures across shifts.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work well solo or in a team environment.
• Ability to follow all food safety/sanitation guidelines.
• Must follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in multiple temperatures throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide excellent service.
• Set up food service, prep stations, and equipment for the day.
• Prepare hot and cold food items as needed.
• Ensure utensils, napkins, and condiments are stocked.
• Check food temperatures and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Inspect products for quality and date labels.
• Take orders and serve according to customer requests.
• Maintain clean work areas and sanitize equipment.
• Assist with deliveries and shifting loads as required.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food safety guidelines

Verbal & written directions

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Temperature handling variations

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maplefields - St. Albans - St. Albans, VT 05478

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 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• Visually inspect all products for quality or out of date labels and remove from selling floor as needed.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.

QualificationsSkill 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.