Holiday / Seasonal Packer

Biritemarket; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical after 60 days and 30+ hours

Dental and Vision Plans after 60 days

Healthy meal provided with scheduled?

Friendly, energizing work culture

Professional development and volunteer

Field trips to our farmers, vendors, &

Classes at 18 Reasons

Opportunities to develop and share my/

Job summary

Bi-Rite Commissary + Catering Kitchen is seeking a Seasonal Packer to support holiday operations by preparing house-made products and packing orders for delivery. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to Bi-Rite packaging standards, and collaboration with kitchen staff.

Hours are evenings, weekends and holidays, with a schedule set during peak periods. This seasonal position runs from November to January, and adaptation to fluctuating business needs is essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working in commercial kitchens preferred.
• Able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Packages all house-made products and items for our catering guests and market orders.
• Assembles Bi-Rite house-made goods; ensuring Bi-Rite packaging standards are followed accurately and food quality and safety standards are met.
• Works with the Sous and Executive Chef to determine accurate production quantities and daily pars to fulfill wholesale, catering, special orders and any other anticipated business needs.
• Properly receives and puts away deliveries, organizes and rotates backstock and supplies, maintains clean work areas and equipment, and washes dishes.
• Provides menu items that contribute to beautiful and bountiful displays.
• Puts away inventory, paying close attention to proper rotation, accurate labeling, while handling perishable items safely.

Skills

Attention to detail

English fluency

Team player

Education

ServSafe Certification

California Food Handler Card

Job description

Join us inCreating Community Through Food®

The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero, and Polk Street), a world-renowned Creamery, and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!

Hiring staff with a diversity of backgrounds, identities and perspectives makes our company and culture stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm for Creating Community Through Food, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification.

If you’re a people person with a passion for heartfelt service, we invite you to join us on our mission ofCreating Community Through Food!

GREAT BENEFITS FOR YOU

Our regular staff members working 20+ hours per week enjoy the following comprehensive benefits:

• Medical (after 60 days) if working 30+ hours per week
• Dental and Vision Plans (after 60 days) if working 30+ hours per week
• A healthy meal provided with your scheduled shift
• Friendly, energizing, fun, and results-driven work culture
• Professional development and volunteer opportunities
• Field trips to our farmers, vendors, and suppliers
• Classes at 18 Reasons
• Opportunities to develop and share your passion for food

For Your Self Care

• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Premium pay for working on selected holidays

Benefits are subject to change. Complete benefit descriptions available upon hiring.

• 401(k) Plan with an up to 4% matching contribution

Job Id:880

# of Openings:9

Seasonal Packer

Bi-Rite Commissary + Catering Kitchen

Wage: $22.00/hour + tips

Seasonal. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

This seasonal position is scheduled for November 2 through January 8. Highest need is during the weeks of November 16-27. Hours are based on business need and may be variable. A schedule will be provided within a few days of hire.

The Seasonal Packer's responsibilities include assisting in the smooth and seamless holiday operations at our Catering and Commissary kitchen. They work with our Kitchen staff to prepare house-made products and holiday orders and pack the orders for delivery. Attention to detail is a must, along with upholding product quality and consistency standards, controlling inventory levels and mitigating waste, maintaining equipment and facilities, and safely handling all of our products and equipment. They are part of a cohesive Bi-Rite team that supports the Bi-Rite Missions, Vision, and Community Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Packages all house-made products and items for our catering guests and market orders.
• Assembles Bi-Rite house-made goods; ensuring Bi-Rite packaging standards are followed accurately and food quality and safety standards are met.
• Works with the Sous and Executive Chef to determine accurate production quantities and daily pars to fulfill wholesale, catering, special orders and any other anticipated business needs.
• Properly receives and puts away deliveries, organizes and rotates backstock and supplies, maintains clean work areas and equipment, and washes dishes.
• Provides menu items that contribute to beautiful and bountiful displays.
• Puts away inventory, paying close attention to proper rotation, accurate labeling, while handling perishable items safely.

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE

• Committed to Bi-Rite's mission to Create Community Through Food and values of Lead with Love, Pursue with Passion and Act with Integrity.
• Genuinely finds interest in learning about and sharing Good Food.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver great internal and external service: identifying what others need, getting it for them and taking the extra steps to ensure they have a positive experience.
• Able to work independently; possesses effective prioritization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and procedures, and accurately completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Approaches new situations and people with openness, curiosity and humility; treats others with dignity and respect.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Energetic, works with a sense of urgency and adapts to the needs of the business.
• Embraces change and proposes more effective ways of working.
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the role with or without accommodations.
• Ability to communicate in a concise, clear and productive manner; seeks to understand others through active listening.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with others to complete tasks and achieve shared goals.
• Fluency in the English language, spoken and written.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Committed to punctuality and exemplary attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of experience working in commercial kitchens preferred.
• Attention to details: follow and troubleshoot recipes, food preparation, and presentation, inventory, labeling and stocking of food ingredients, cleanliness and knowledge of Food Safety.
• Able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Enjoys working as part of the team and collaborates professionally with others.
• ServSafe Certification, California Food Handler card is required within 30 days post-hire. Bi-Rite provides on-site paid training and certification.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

ABOUT BI-RITE

The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero and Polk), a world-renowned Creamery and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!

Hiring staff with a diversity of backgrounds, identities and perspectives makes our company and culture stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm for Creating Community Through Food, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification.

If you’re a people person with a passion for heartfelt service, we invite you to join us on our mission ofCreating Community Through Food!

Bi-Rite Management Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bi-Rite Family of Businesses complies with Federal Transparency in Coverage regulations providing this link to machine-readable files related to the health plans opens a new window (opens in new tab) offered to our staff.