Deli Service Counter- Part Time Early AM (Start as early as 6:30AM) with Saturday Availability

Valley Natural Foods•Burnsville, MN

2h•$17 - $19

About The Position

Valley Natural Foods, a community-owned cooperative in Burnsville, is hiring a dependable, upbeat, part-time Deli Service Counter team member. The role provides friendly customer service at the deli counter and supports deli operations by serving hot bar, cold case, and grab-and-go items; slicing meats and cheeses; and preparing sandwiches and sides. Team members maintain cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards while working cooperatively with the deli team. The position is approximately 16–20 hours per week and requires early morning availability, with shifts starting as early as 6:30 a.m., including Saturdays. Flexibility to pick up additional shifts is a plus. Applicants must be at least 18. Food service or retail experience is a plus, but training may be provided. The role reports to the Deli Front of House Supervisor.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly disposition and excellent service and communication skills.
Ability to be flexible to the changing needs of the business.
Regular, predictable attendance.
Friendly, team-oriented attitude and strong communication skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 pounds frequently and 30–50+ pounds occasionally.
Manual dexterity to reach, grasp, and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods.
Mid-to-general range visual acuity to evaluate and interact in the working environment and operate deli equipment for extended periods.
Ability to work in refrigerated or frozen and hot or humid environments.
Ability to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally.
Ability to work with and directly handle dietary allergens, including gluten, wheat and flours, dairy and soy, meats and shellfish, peanuts, and tree nuts.
Ability to work safely with sanitation supplies.
Early morning availability, with shifts starting as early as 6:30 a.m., including Saturday shifts.

Nice To Haves

Food service or retail experience.
Familiarity with POS systems.
Previous customer service and/or cash handling experience.
Familiarity with natural foods, the grocery industry, or cooperatives.
Flexibility to pick up additional shifts.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist customers with friendly, attentive service at the deli counter.
Serve hot bar, cold case, and grab-and-go items with care and attention to portioning and presentation.
Slice meats and cheeses to order and prepare sandwiches and sides.
Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards in all areas.
Work cooperatively with other deli team members to support smooth, efficient operations.