Food Service Specialist

Stinker Stores, Inc.•Donnelly, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Food Service Specialist, you will prepare fresh, quality Pete’s Eats for guests while helping maintain Stinker’s food service standards. Using established recipes and store production plans, you will prepare appropriate quantities at the right time while maintaining food quality, freshness, and safety. You will learn the Pete’s Eats menu, work with the store team, and help ensure fresh food is available when guests want it. The role supports food preparation, guest service, and overall store operations, with opportunities to develop food service and retail skills and grow within Stinker.

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.
Enjoys preparing food and takes pride in serving a quality product.
Cares about cleanliness, food safety, and doing things the right way.
Provides friendly and helpful guest service.
Stays organized and pays attention to details.
Manages time well and keeps moving during busy periods.
Adapts when priorities or guest traffic change.
Works well independently and as part of a team.
Approaches challenges with a positive, solution-focused mindset.
Is dependable and willing to help where needed.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve Pete’s Eats menu items according to established recipes, procedures, and quality standards.
Follow store production plans to prepare appropriate quantities of food based on guest demand.
Provide friendly, helpful service and create a welcoming experience for guests.
Follow food safety requirements for preparation, cooking, storage, labeling, and handling.
Monitor and document required food temperatures, holding times, and other 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, and support a consistent Pete’s Eats experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account (FSA) 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 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
Ongoing training and development.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Competitive hourly pay with annual merit increases.