Seasonal Chocolatier

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $16.90

Holiday pay 1.5x

Free sundae or shake

Employee discount 50% off everything

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is hiring a Restaurant/Retail Associate in California. The role blends restaurant and retail duties, including merchandising, stocking, and guest service for premium chocolate lines. Candidates should be high energy, reliable, and able to work nights and weekends.

Starting pay is $16.90 per hour with holiday pay and a 50% employee discount. The position offers a quarterly bonus opportunity and free sundae or shake on every shift, with shifts possibly requiring

Qualifications

• Basic math and numerical accuracy needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with a diverse team and professional under pressure.
• Good time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional Guest service.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions per Company Procedures and best practices.
• Assemble various proprietary retail items per the Recipe Guidelines.
• Maintain adequate supply of all retail products on the sales floor and in back stock.
• Ensure all product is appropriately priced and signed per Company Guidelines.
• Keep the sales floor and products clean and organized per Company standards.
• Maintain knowledge of all products, pricing, and Company History.
• Upsell by leveraging product knowledge and pricing.

Skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Time management

Diversity teamwork

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Dishwashing operation

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

**Immediate openings, ability to start in days!!**

Starting Pay –$ 16.90

Holiday Pay – 1.5x pay for worked holidays!

Free Sundae or shake on every Shift!!

Employee Discount – 50% off everything!

Quarterly Bonus opportunity!!

Store Hours – Sunday - Friday 10:00am - 8:00pm ; Saturday 9:00am - 8:00pm

Shifts could be up to 2 hours before/after store hours for prep/cleaning.

Restaurant/Retail Associate - this position will perform all restaurant and retail duties.

Ghirardelli's employees are the face of our company. They set us apart from other retailers.

Join us today! This position will perform both restaurant and retail duties. Merchandise, stock, and provide excellent guest service while selling our Premium Chocolate line. Previous retail experience is desirable for this position. Must be High Energy, Reliable, have a Strong Work Ethic, be able to work all shifts including Nights and Weekends.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional Guest service
• Effective management of all cash handling and credit card processing procedures utilizing Company Procedures and best practices
• Assemble various proprietary retail items per the Recipe Guidelines
• Maintain adequate supply of all retail product both on the sales floor and in back stock
• Ensure all product is appropriately priced and signed per Company Guidelines
• Maintain sales floor and products to Company Standards of cleanliness, arrangement, and display
• Maintain detailed knowledge of all products, pricing, and Company History
• Utilize knowledge of products and pricing to satisfy guest inquiries and create up-sell opportunities
• Gift-wrap as needed items for sale per Company Guidelines and Standards
• Follow Food Safety guidelines and maintain all table tops, serve ware, floors and trash receptacles in a clean and sanitary condition
• Keep all Fountain and Condiment supplies both on the sales floor and behind the Fountain Area stocked and in good condition.
• Maintain the stockroom in a clean and orderly fashion
• Clean windows and mirrors when they appear smudged or soiled or when directed by a Supervisor/Manager
• Maintain Guest and Employee Washing Facilities in good working order and in a clean, sanitary condition
• Properly Set Up, Maintain, and Break Down Fountain Area
• Replenish toppings and various fountain items throughout the day as needed and minimize or eliminate food waste
• Maintain the proper level and all required ice cream flavors
• Keep knowledge level current of all fountain products and their required preparation
• Work as a "Topper" or "Scooper" as needed
• Perform "Semi-Table Service" function as part of overall Guest Satisfaction
• Maintain all Candy Making equipment and supplies in good working order, and know all recipes

Specific Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic math computation skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to work with a diverse work team and meet adversity with professionalism
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to maintain a smile, pleasant demeanor and provide Superior Guest Service
• Ability to operate a dishwashing machine

Education and Work Experience:

• Must be 18 years old
• High school diploma preferred