Prepared Foods Assistant Manager

Hunger Mountain Co-op•Montpelier, VT

6h•$44,000 - $57,000

About The Position

The Prepared Foods Assistant Manager will assist the Food Services Manager in managing the administrative tasks of the Prepared Foods department. This includes responsibilities such as scheduling, payroll, ordering, data entry, member sales, and maintaining employee lists to meet all administrative goals for the department. The role also involves supervising department staff and contributing to the overall management of the Prepared Foods team.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitment.
Ability to cultivate a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures of Hunger Mountain Co-op.
Ability to provide excellent service to customers, vendors, and co-workers and abide by Hunger Mountain Co-op’s service policies.
Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork and constant communication are essential.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, if necessary, based on business needs.
Ability to follow attendance policies of Hunger Mountain Co-op.
Ability to project a friendly, helpful, and outgoing personality.
Organized, pays attention to details.
Experienced in deli, restaurant, catering or food service.
Experience serving the public.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to give clear instructions.
Ability to manage multiple demands and remain calm.
Computer experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of natural foods.

Responsibilities

Serve customers, including employees, in a prompt, friendly and courteous manner.
Ensure proper labeling of all items according to established food safety rules and pricing.
Assist Prepared Foods Manager in scheduling and training department staff.
Understand and be able to delegate and set work priorities for department staff, particularly in the Deli, Cheese, and Beer & Wine departments, when needed.
Participate with Prepared Foods Manager in hiring, attending to disciplinary issues with employees, training, and completing performance evaluations per the collective bargaining agreement.
Assist Prepared Foods Manager with bi-weekly payroll.
Oversee the purchasing and inventory of department products and supplies.
Receive orders and update pricing in inventory log regularly in Catapult, the inventory and point of sale system used at Hunger Mountain Co-op.
Review invoices as received for accuracy and submit to Finance for payment.
Submit credits to suppliers where applicable and follow up on credit receipt.
Provide Prepared Foods Manager with pricing indexes and comparisons, as requested.
Ensure department compliance with unit pricing.
Program and maintain scales to ensure accurate pricing and scanning.
Troubleshoot, when necessary, equipment malfunctions across the department, informing the Prepared Foods Manager of equipment needs.