Food Service Specialist

Stinker Stores • Heyburn, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Specialist prepares fresh Pete’s Eats menu items for guests using established recipes and store production plans. The role helps ensure the appropriate amount of food is prepared at the right time while maintaining food quality, freshness, safety, and availability. The specialist also supports a welcoming guest experience and the food service and overall store operations.

This is a full-time role scheduled for 30 to 40 hours per week. Open availability is preferred Monday through Sunday, with schedules between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. or 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.; work may include weekends, evenings, and some holidays. The position is based at 3140 S. HWY 24, Heyburn, Idaho.

Stinker describes itself as a family-owned convenience retailer founded in 1936 and serving communities throughout Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming. The company says it offers training, development, and opportunities for career advancement. Starting pay is determined using experience-based pay guidelines.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Ability to complete Stinker’s required Food Safety training within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to learn recipes, food preparation procedures, food safety requirements, and store processes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods throughout a shift.
• Ability to safely use a step stool or step ladder.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform work from floor level to approximately eye level.
• Ability to work in refrigerated areas averaging approximately 32°F.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service, restaurant, convenience store, or retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Enjoy preparing food and take pride in serving a quality product.
• Care about cleanliness, food safety, and doing things the right way.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to guests.
• Stay organized and pay attention to details.
• Manage time well and keep moving during busy periods.
• Adapt when priorities or guest traffic change.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Approach challenges with a positive, solution-focused mindset.
• Be dependable and willing to jump in where needed.
• Open availability Monday through Sunday for schedules between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. or 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve Pete’s Eats menu items according to established recipes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Follow store production plans and guest demand to prepare appropriate quantities of food.
• Provide friendly, helpful service and create a welcoming experience for guests.
• Follow food safety requirements for food preparation, cooking, storage, labeling, and handling.
• Monitor and document food temperatures, holding times, and other required food safety standards.
• Rotate products in hot and cold cases to maintain freshness, quality, and availability.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation areas, equipment, utensils, and workspaces.
• Complete required equipment cleaning and sanitation schedules.
• Stock food service ingredients, supplies, and products as needed.
• Monitor food quality and availability throughout the shift.
• Follow Stinker safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
• Work with Store Leadership and team members to support food service and overall store operations.
• Help reduce food waste through proper production and product rotation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account options for full-time employees.
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans, with a discretionary company match of 25% of the first 10% of wages contributed.
• Paid time off that increases with tenure for full-time employees.
• Six paid holidays annually for full-time employees, with holiday premium pay for hours worked.
• Employee discounts on fuel, merchandise, food, and more.
• DailyPay access to eligible earned wages before the regular payday.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• $0.50 per hour overnight premium for hours worked between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Competitive hourly pay with annual merit increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED