Prepared Foods Assistant Team Leader

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Prepared Foods Assistant Team Leader to provide leadership and mentoring to team members. In this role, you will ensure high standards of food safety and quality while managing daily operations. You will be responsible for supervising team members, controlling expenses, and enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Join a nurturing environment that values growth and offers career advancement opportunities, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in food safety and team leadership.
• Certification in Food Safety is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team members and maintain food quality standards.
• Control operating expenses and manage schedules.
• Engage in suggestive selling and maintain food storage areas.

Skills

Food Safety

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Job Summary

To provide leadership to Team Members in all aspects of the department through coaching and mentoring. To stimulate the growth of the business by implementing merchandising initiatives and building lifelong relationships with our customers.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 1 to 3 years
• Experience Desired: Food Safety experience
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: Food Safety
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain food quality standards without variation; maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation; and maintain all equipment in good working order.
• Supervise prepared food team members to achieve maximum production and efficiency when Prep Foods Team Leader/Manager is not present.
• Assist Prepared Foods Team Leader/Manager in controlling operating expenses and achieving budgeted food and labor costs; understand P&L/LOB reports.
• Manage the department team members by creating schedules and work assignments, and enforcing all company policies.
• Increase profits by supporting in-store ads, sampling, and special events. Be aware of competitors in the area.
• Organize and maintain all food storage areas according to health and safety requirements, including labeling, cross-contamination prevention, and temperature control.
• Maintain accurate department records for audits.
• Analyze Customer Satisfaction Survey and Mystery Shopper reports to identify areas for improvement and coach team members accordingly.
• Ensure procedures are followed to meet out-of-stock percentage goals.
• Promote team member development and identify candidates for Management Development Program.
• Prepare food for customers through cooking, frying, and grilling, including prep work like chopping, dicing, and slicing.
• Follow recipes and instructions carefully.
• Set up and maintain Gourmet food cases and displays.
• Package, weigh, and display food for Grab and Go cases, routinely checking dates.
• Engage in suggestive selling and product sampling to customers.

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse family of talented Team Members committed to creating a nurturing environment with career growth opportunities. Our values and caring culture make us a top workplace in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. Join us and start a lasting career.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail Groceries