Hot Deli Clerk

99 Ranch Market; Nixon (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

99 Ranch Market, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, is seeking a Hot Deli Clerk in New Jersey for a part-time role. You will assist in food preparation, stock management, and maintain a clean, safe deli area with proper sanitation practices.

Responsibilities include serving customers, handling cash, rotating stock, and setting up promotional displays. Previous kitchen or deli experience is preferred; candidates must stand for extended periods and be able to lift 30 lbs.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, deli, or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Working knowledge of ingredients, vegetables, and meats in the department.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of all food items (washing, cutting, weighing) as needed.
• Transfer or withdraw stocks and ingredients to/from cold or dry storage.
• Monitor expiration dates and rotate stock to keep shelves fresh.
• Maintain cleanliness of the production area, including equipment and surfaces.
• Follow food safety practices and OSHA guidelines for handling chemicals.
• Set up displays, ensure shelf tags are correct, and keep refrigerators stocked.
• Assist customers with orders and inquiries; complete checkout procedures accurately.
• Perform other duties as needed for business operations.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Product quality & freshness

Job description

Hot Deli Clerk

99 Ranch Market is the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, with over 60 store locations across 10 states and more to come! We are passionate and honored to shape the Asian Supermarket culture within the grocery industry. "For 100, we try harder" is our commitment to always provide the best products and services to the communities we serve. With our new expansion strategy and efforts in our cross-generational transition to continue growing our footprint across the country, we welcome YOU to join and grow alongside our family!

Job Duties:

• Assist in the preparation of all food items, including washing, cutting, weighing and other required procedures as needed.
• Assist in the transfer or withdrawal of various stocks, supplies, packaging materials, and food ingredients to and from the cold or dry storage.
• Be aware of the expiration dates of products, so that older products can be taken off the shelves, and newer products can be stocked on time.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the food production area (such as floors, walls, counter tops, tables), hood filters on a regular basis, dishwashing and sanitation of all used equipment (such as utensils, pans, trays, and other tools) used in the production process.
• Follow with food safety practices in the food processing. Comply with OSHA safety practices in the use of all dishwashing chemicals.
• Handle expired and recalled products properly. Keep accurate logs in accordance with company policy.
• Set up and take down displays for promotional products. Ensure shelf tags are labeled correctly. Keep refrigerators neat and well stocked, with promotional items visible to grab the attention of customers.
• Keeps aisles and common walking areas clean/cleared of debris to prevent injury.
• Assist customers with their order and answer any questions they may have.
• Follow all cash handling procedures and complete the check-out process accurately and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as for business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous kitchen, culinary, deli, restaurant, kitchen management, cooking or customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Working knowledge of types of ingredients, vegetables, meats carried in the department.

Skills Required:

• Good customer service skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to visually identify product quality and freshness.

Physical Demands:

• Standing for extended periods is commonly required.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of processing equipment such as cutter or labeling.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. or more with appropriate equipment.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Salary:

The pay range is $15.92/ Hr. - $17 / Hr. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, your education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location.