Food Service Team Members

Joe's Kwik Mart (CrossAmerica Partners) • Panama City Beach, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Team Member manages food service operations while helping keep the store clean, well-stocked, and secure. The role focuses on customer service, food safety, food preparation and display, inventory, and store maintenance. Team members also assist with cash handling and other store operations as needed.

This position offers part-time work with flexible schedules and openings across morning, afternoon, and evening shifts. Open availability is a plus. The starting pay is $15.50 per hour, with weekly pay.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to maintain food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards while managing multiple tasks in a busy shift.
• Ability to handle customer complaints and resolve food service issues calmly and professionally.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other associates, including during overnight hours.
• Basic knowledge of POS systems, inventory software, and scheduling tools.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing for extended periods, lifting and carrying products, bending, squatting, reaching, climbing a ladder as needed, and walking throughout the store.
• Ability to work in cold storage areas and varying kitchen temperatures, handle emergency situations, and work alone.

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service or retail experience, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic food preparation experience and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Familiarity with basic office software such as Word and Excel.
• Food Handler Certification, or willingness to obtain certification during training.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification; not required at the time of hire.
• Open availability.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers, answer questions, recommend food, process transactions, and promote specials and food items to support sales.
• Prepare, cook, and assemble food according to recipes and standards; maintain food presentation, taste, portion control, and order accuracy; deliver orders promptly.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as fryers, grills, and microwaves according to company guidelines.
• Follow food safety and local health requirements, monitor temperatures and expiration dates, and maintain clean food service, kitchen, and dining areas.
• Manage food waste and rotate inventory using FIFO practices; restock food, snacks, beverages, and supplies; report inventory shortages or discrepancies.
• Use the POS system to process transactions and accurately handle cash and card payments; assist with closing, register reconciliation, and cash-drawer balancing.
• Track and report food sales and inventory usage during overnight shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout food service and retail areas, monitor store security, and report suspicious activity to management.
• Follow emergency procedures, including fire safety, first aid, and emergency contact protocols.
• Communicate shift updates to the morning team and collaborate with coworkers to support smooth operations, cleaning, and restocking.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Part-time team members are eligible for a 401(k) with employer match and paid holidays, and may also be eligible for health insurance.
• Full-time team members receive a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, vacation, holiday pay, and a 401(k) with employer match.

What This Job Offers

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