On-Call Retail & Food Service Pro (Multi-Location)

Elephants Delicatessen; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Mental Health Services

401(k) with company match

Training and career development

Counseling and financial services

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Raffles for employees

Partnership discounts

Commitment to inclusion and community

Job summary

Elephants Delicatessen, a locally owned Portland company since 1979, is hiring for a part-time to full-time, on-call role across Portland-area locations. The position offers hourly pay with tips, flexible shifts from early morning to evening, and the chance to join a team that values hospitality and quality from-scratch food.

Responsibilities include guest service, cash handling, food prep, beverage service, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.

Qualifications

• Barista experience preferred but not required.
• Food Handler’s card or ServSafe certification.
• OLCC certification.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and team development.
• Reliability, accountability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable personal vehicle for travel between deli locations.
• Ability to stand 8+ hours with occasional lifting up to 25 lb.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, helpful customer service and greet guests.
• Handle cash and customer transactions accurately.
• Heat, serve, and hold food at proper temperatures per health codes.
• Stock and maintain sales floor, displays, and service areas.
• Prepare espresso drinks, teas, specialty drinks, and alcoholic beverages as needed.
• Set up and break down kitchen lines and grill stations.
• Prep food according to pars and proper storage, labeling, sanitation.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Team collaboration

Job description

Elephants Delicatessen, a locally owned Portland company since 1979, is hiring for a part-time to full-time, on-call role across Portland-area locations. The position offers hourly pay with tips, flexible shifts from early morning to evening, and the chance to join a team that values hospitality and quality from-scratch food.

Responsibilities include guest service, cash handling, food prep, beverage service, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.