Irvine Store Bakery Associate -Parttime

Jimmy Jazz; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Marukai seeks a deli/bakery associate in Irvine, CA to process, cut and wrap bakery items, keep back stock organized, and assist customers with product choices. You will work closely with management to maintain a clean, well‑stocked shop floor and uphold safety standards.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED and be 18+, with familiarity in deli/bakery equipment and a CA Food Handling license or the ability to obtain one. This is a temporary position with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18+ to use sharp knives and operate power-driven machinery.
• Experience with deli/bakery equipment is a plus.
• CA Food Handling license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Process, cut, and wrap Bakery items.
• Maintain organized back stock and cooler area.
• Maintain good communication with store management, associates and suppliers/vendors.
• Foster a positive environment of teamwork and morale.
• Advise customers on healthy food and product options.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the Bakery areas.
• Follow employee handbook and service standards.
• Meet store standards in service, quality, and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Math proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CA Food Handling license

Tools

Slicer

Scale

Knife

Wrapper

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Compactors

Garbage disposals

Job description

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• Location 14120 Culver Drive,Irvine, CA, 92604,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $18.00 / Hour
• Job Category Grocery store Bakery operations, Prepared food, Kitchen
• Employee Type Temporary
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Must be able to work Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. 7:00am-2:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

• Processing, cutting, and wrapping Bakery items
• Maintains a well-organized back stock/cooler area
• Maintains good communication with store management, associates and suppliers/vendors
• Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
• Assure proper displaying and selling of all Bakery to customers and advise customers on healthy food and answering customer questions.
• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of the Bakery back room and front displays.
• Follow the employee handbook at all times, especially on service standards and appearance.
• At all times, meet and/or exceed the Tokyo Central store standards in service, quality, and cleanliness.

Customer Service

• Providing premier customer service, including greeting them and responding to questions
• Engaging in suggestive selling and other sales techniquesli>
• Meets or exceeds Department’s sales goals assigned through the efficient execution of Company policies and procedures
• Maintains cleanliness of work area, storage area, and selling floor
• Ensures a safe and clean work environment
• Store Support Associates exemplify teamwork and are open to and willing to be trained and step in when needed in all departments and similar skilled areas for filling and development opportunities.

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Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Must be 18 or older to use sharp knives, use ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes, substitutes above 6 feet in height, and to operate or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment.
• Must be able to use job related equipment such as slicer, scale, saw, knife and wrapper
• No experience required, but a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in a similar work environment is preferred
• Previous experience as a Deli Clerk experience is preferred
• Possess a CA Food Handling license or the ability to acquire one
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without aid
• Exposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and work aides necessary to perform job duties. Hands are in frequent contact with water, vegetables, deli, and sushi meat while performing job duties.

REQUIREMENTS

• Comfortable with working in a kitchen and office environment
• Must be able to operate related equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks and hand trucks
• Able to deliver friendly, courteous, prompt customer service
• Able to read, write, and do simple math problems
• Able to interpret, understand and follow instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate and respond to questions from the general public and management
• Ability to interact with all levels of management
• Has or willing to obtain a CA Food Handler's Certificate

Marukai is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E Verify.

Marukai is very aware of the COVID-19 pandemic and practices the highest and safest levels of precautions to keep associates safe with sanitizing practices, social distancing, personal protective equipment, and safety screening in adherence with the Health Department, CDC, State, Local, and Federal laws.

All Candidates must be able to work evening shifts, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Summary

Employee Benefits

• up to 20% discount at all Tokyo Central stores
• Up to $300 Tokyo Central store gift certificates for all new hire hourly employees over the first year
• Benefits available according to ACA – Including medical, dental, vision, and 401K