Gourmet Kitchen Associate - Flexible Hours & Growth

Heinen's Grocery Store; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Company 401k with 5% match

Healthcare Benefits

Paid Time Off

Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Work-Life Balance / Flexible schedules

Discounts: 20% on Heinen’s products

Job summary

Heinen’s, a premier grocery retailer, is seeking a Retail Professional to support the Kitchen Department, prepare foods per orders, and uphold brand standards. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and a non-traditional weekend schedule.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication, urgency, independence, and teamwork across store operations. Competitive benefits are provided by Heinen’s Illinois locations.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow company policies and standards.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and work in temperatures ranging from 0 to 50 degrees.
• Willingness to work non-traditional schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs.
• Prepare a variety of foods, such as sandwiches and trays, according to orders and procedures.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits, vegetables and meats for cooking or serving.
• Follow Heinen’s packing, packaging, and merchandising standards.
• Acquire and share knowledge of Kitchen Department.
• Monitor and maintain all food handling and temperature standards.
• Write orders using pars and planning.
• Work as a team to complete daily tasks, including stocking and merchandising.
• Attend corporate meetings, vendor calls, and training classes.
• Comply with all personal and food safety company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Sense of urgency

Independent working

Lift 50 lbs

Flexible schedule

Weekend availability

Standing ability

Job description

Heinen’s, a premier grocery retailer, is seeking a Retail Professional to support the Kitchen Department, prepare foods per orders, and uphold brand standards. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and a non-traditional weekend schedule.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication, urgency, independence, and teamwork across store operations. Competitive benefits are provided by Heinen’s Illinois locations.