Prep Cook - Dishwasher - Union - 25HRS/WK - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 1PM TO 10PM

Good Food Holdings Companies•Portland, OR

18h•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves washing dishes and equipment, and preparing food in a high-volume production environment. The position requires providing exceptional customer service and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment. As a retail grocer, the company operates 7 days a week and 365 days a year, and in-store positions are likely to include evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. The role also requires completing and maintaining any required food and work safety trainings/certifications.

Requirements

Must complete and maintain any required food and work safety trainings/certifications.
Engages the customer in a friendly manner by seeking opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.
Works a schedule that is informed by the needs of the business and may be subject to change seasonally or due to varying staffing needs and demonstrates reliable and predictable attendance, in accordance with attendance policy and all applicable laws.
Shifts tasks as priorities and circumstances change based on needs and conditions of department and whole store as needed.
Demonstrates a solutions-oriented approach to problems or concerns.
Represents company values. Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members, customers and vendors spiriting a respectful workplace where everyone is welcome.
Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner demonstrating company “Speak Up & Listen” culture. Responds to feedback in order to improve performance.
Conserves company resources. Works in a manner consistent with company mission, vision and values and sustainability program.
Adheres to work and food safety policies set forth by the company and all local, state and federal regulatory agencies. Contributes to store cleanliness, maintains equipment. Informs store/department management of any problems.
Observes all company rules and policies. Understands and complies with specific department or location guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.
Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making in completing job-related tasks, in behaviors in the workplace, and in interactions with co-workers, customers, and the community.
Consistently utilizes the DEI lens in work tasks and when working with other teams and stakeholders.
Dishwashing experience in a professional environment required.
Solid knife skills required.
Basic math and computation skills required.
Skills to work independently, effectively manage own time and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated, with high attention to detail, quality and presentation.
Skills to read, understand and follow through on verbal and written instructions and recipes.

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service, food service, retail or grocery experience preferred.
Friendly and customer service oriented, with an interest in food and cooking.
Familiarity with culinary terminology and techniques and industry standard equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares kitchen department for store opening and closing.
Washes and stocks dishes and equipment used in food production.
Performs routine and deep-cleaning tasks throughout kitchen and Prepared Foods department.
Collects and disposes of all trash, recycling and compost. Maintains cleanliness of all receptacles.
Prepares food for all Prepared Foods stations and cases. Follows company provided recipes and specifications in order to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Works with attention to labeling, dating, storage, expiration dates and food quality.
Processes customers’ made-to-order items accurately and expeditiously.
Checks and follows daily prep list. Communicates with management team to determine production priorities.
Assists customers with product selection, packaging, and labeling as needed. Shares product knowledge with customers. Makes recommendations and suggestions based on customer needs.
Stocks, rotates and faces products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
Receives and unloads merchandise; checks quality, count and condition. Communicates any issues to management and merchandising team.
Maintains cleanliness, organization and rotation of all areas, products and supplies.
Understands and complies with specific shift guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.
Maintains awareness of current ads, promotions, holidays and events.
Works to gain solid understanding of culinary terminology, equipment, techniques, units of weight, measurement and volume, and ability to make accurate conversions for large scale production.
Notifies department manager or Manager On Duty of any situations relating to customer service, safety, productivity, security or any other situation that may have an adverse effect on the store.
Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
30% staff shopping discount
Medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
401(k) program (for staff 21+ years old after 60 days)
PTO accrual from first day of employment
Paid holidays (depending on schedule and tenure)
Supplemental leave pay (such as parental or bereavement)
Store incentive program based on financial & operational goals
Paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)3 non-profit
Discounts on some forms of public transportation
Adoption assistance
Up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday