Deli Associate (PT) Meridian
About The Position
The Deli Associate prepares fresh, high-quality deli products and provides a friendly, welcoming customer experience. The role includes preparing sandwiches, salads, and custom orders according to recipes and portioning guidelines; maintaining clean, organized, sanitary workstations; and supporting a fast-paced deli team. The associate also handles inventory and stock rotation, follows food safety and labeling protocols, records production and waste, and operates deli equipment safely. This is a part-time position at the Village Store in Meridian, Idaho, with weekend and evening shifts.
Requirements
- Positive, reliable, and customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to follow detailed recipes and portioning instructions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to food quality and safety.
- Comfort with multitasking and adapting to changing priorities.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to be on your feet and lift up to 50 pounds, reach, bend, and use step stools or ladders as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with food preparation and handling techniques.
- Experience with deli equipment.
- Prior food service or retail experience.
- ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.
Responsibilities
- Prepare deli products according to Co-op recipes and portioning guidelines, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
- Serve customers with a friendly attitude, answer questions, and take custom orders accurately.
- Maintain deli stations in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition while following food safety standards.
- Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and minimize shrink through careful preparation and tracking.
- Slice, assemble, and package orders efficiently while maintaining portion accuracy.
- Follow food handling and labeling protocols to ensure safety and compliance.
- Collaborate with team members to keep operations running smoothly during busy periods.
- Accurately record production details and waste as needed.
- Operate deli equipment safely and responsibly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
