Food Service - Clerk

Lazy Acres Natural Market; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Employee discount

Shoes for Crews credit

Job summary

Lazy Acres Natural Market in Encinitas, California, is seeking a Food Service Clerk for the Food Service counter. You will serve customers, take orders, price items, wrap products, and assist with cooking and display setup.

The role emphasizes friendly service and a yes‑and‑go attitude. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, strong customer service skills, and the ability to stand for long periods with lifting up to 50–100 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers at the Food Service counter and listen to requests.
• Take orders when necessary and itemize prices.
• Use slicer to cut weighable product.
• Wrap/box and label products.
• Make sandwiches and prepare lunch/dinner specials.
• Set up displays to promote sales.
• Stock and replenish products and related items.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Hospitality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

025 Encinitas - Lazy Acres Natural Market, 150 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 9:59 AM

At Lazy Acres Natural Market, we believe in a natural approach to optimal health and wellness. From organic and seasonal produce and products steeped in tradition to functional supplements and body care, we are here to support you in mind, body, and soul.

Our friendly, informative, and passionate team members remain committed to providing exceptional service and wellness tips to our community; and accommodating the needs of our guests. We continue to live by the closely held belief that our collective actions can and will contribute to a healthier planet.

We’re committed to creating an environment that will attract the most passionate and enthusiastic people in our field. We’re always on the lookout for people inspired by health, wellness, and eating clean, and strive for excellent customer service. Our Leadership is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth, education, and community involvement.

Ingredients You'll Bring to the Table

You love food and can create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work, You embody a spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect. You approach every situation with a YES! attitude and seek to find a solution to all opportunities that arise.

What Will Be On Your Plate?

Department: Food Service

Reports To: Food Service Manager

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Food Service Clerk serves prepared goods to customers at the Food Service counter by performing the following duties (other duties may be assigned):

• Serves customers at the Food Service counter by listening to the request and obtaining the desired product.
• Answers the telephone and takes orders when necessary.
• Itemizes prices for counter goods.
• Proper use of slicer to cut weighable product required.
• Wraps and/or boxes and labels product.
• Makes sandwiches and prepares lunch and dinner specials.
• Set up advertising displays or arrange merchandise on the counter and tables to promote sales.
• Stocks and replenishes products, napkins, condiments, waxed paper, and any other items at the Food Service counter needed to provide excellent customer service.

Customer Service Skills

Food Service Clerks are expected to provide customer service that is extra ordinary and exceeds the expectations of our customers.They are required to follow established policies and guides that go beyond simply smiling and greeting customers. Going above and beyond encompasses attitudes, respect, and flexibility. Food Service Clerks are expected to have a positive “can-do” attitude; treat others with respect; and easily adjust to changes in the workplace.

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Food Service Clerk is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger; handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The Food Service Clerk occasionally is required to reach with hands and arms. The Food Service Clerk is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The Food Service Clerk must frequently lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision.

Why You’ll Love Working at Lazy Acres Natural Market

• Amazing earning potential, paid weekly!
• A values-based culture that will engage and empower your growth and development
• A strong training program that will build your guest service skills
• Opportunity for growth within our family of brands
• Benefits available – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Numerous scholarship opportunities are available to full & part-time team members
• 20% discount at all Bristol Farms and Lazy Acres locations
• $60 credit to Shoes for Crews every 6 months of employment

025 Encinitas - Lazy Acres Natural Market, 150 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, California, United States of America