Kitchen Associate

Beck Suppliers, LLC•LaGrange, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A FriendShip Kitchen Associate plays an important role in creating a welcoming and positive experience for every guest. This role is all about delivering great customer service, keeping the store clean, bright, and organized, and preparing fresh, ready-to-enjoy menu items with care.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Required to complete Level 1 ServSafe Certification after hire; company support provided.
Experience working in a fast-paced retail or customer-facing environment while following established procedures.
Availability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on store needs.
Professional, customer-focused communication style.
Clear verbal communication skills for interacting with guests, teammates, and leadership.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused during busy or high-pressure situations.
Basic math and reading proficiency with strong attention to detail
Experience following processes, completing tasks accurately, and maintaining focus
Experience prioritizing tasks and adapting to changing conditions during peak business periods
Walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, squatting
Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
Pushing/pulling
Reaching, grasping, and using hands for extended periods
Speaking with guests, vendors, and team members
Exposure to hot and cold temperatures
Exposure to outdoor weather (emptying trash, handling deliveries, clearing walkways of snow, etc.)
Working in general store conditions (noise, aromas, refrigerated areas)
Extended cleaning tasks
Occasional ladder use
Periods of higher physical exertion during deliveries or peak business time

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail, convenience, customer-facing roles, or quick-service restaurants
Experience working in fast-paced, multitasking environments
Familiarity with food preparation or food-safety procedures (for Kitchen stores)

Responsibilities

Providing friendly and efficient customer service, answering questions, and resolving concerns in a professional manner
Maintain product and food presentation that reflects our standards of quality, freshness, and pride
Demonstrate reliability: arrive prepared, on time, and ready to serve guests
Accurately complete all cashier functions including ringing sales, handling cash and card payments, balancing registers, and following established cash-handling procedures
Stock, rotate, and maintain merchandise in coolers, freezers, shelves, and counter areas to ensure product freshness, proper labeling, and visual appeal
Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to management to prevent shortages and overstock situations
Execute store standards to maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety both inside and outside the store location
Complete assigned shift paperwork and operational tasks, including gas price changes, safe counts, and cigarette counts
Conduct routine cleaning tasks, including sanitizing high-touch areas, maintaining restrooms, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
Assist with receiving deliveries, verifying shipments, and organizing backroom storage areas
Prepare, cook, and serve food items according to established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and prep area in compliance with Company and regulatory guidelines
Follow all Company, local, and state health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
Monitor food temperatures, storage conditions, and expiration dates to maintain product integrity and minimize waste
Support inventory management processes, including ordering, maintaining prep lists, par counts, and completing base sheets.
Adhere to proper food handling, rotation (FIFO), and storage procedures