Culinary Lead

Oryana Food CooperativeTraverse City, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Oryana is seeking candidates for a full-time Culinary Department Lead at our 10th Street store. The Culinary Lead supports the Culinary team in providing an exceptional customer experience by ensuring timely service; products that are uniform in size, taste, and consistency; and greeting and interacting with the customer in a friendly and personal way. The Culinary Lead must also be able to fulfill the responsibilities of Culinary roles (Cook, Café Staff, Culinary Staff, Baker, and Dishwasher) as needed. This year-round position requires open availability with the ability to work open, closing and weekend shifts.

Requirements

  • Prior food preparation experience in a retail or cafe setting.
  • Passion for good quality food.
  • Ability to foster a positive work environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to regularly move/transport up to 25 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Culinary team in providing an exceptional customer experience.
  • Ensure timely service.
  • Ensure products are uniform in size, taste, and consistency.
  • Greet and interact with the customer in a friendly and personal way.
  • Fulfill the responsibilities of Culinary roles (Cook, Café Staff, Culinary Staff, Baker, and Dishwasher) as needed.

Benefits

  • Great store discount (25% off most purchases)
  • Paid time-off
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k with employer match
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