Prepared Foods Team Member I Part-time - Easthampton
About The Position
The Prepared Foods Team Member I maintains sanitation across deli operations in compliance with health department regulations. The role is responsible for putting away incoming deli orders and keeping walk-in coolers and dry storage organized. It may also include light vegetable preparation and preparing and packaging dips, spreads, and salsas for grab-and-go and service cases. This position requires open availability, including evenings and weekends, and the ability to work varied shifts beginning at 6 a.m. and ending after 11 p.m. The role is part-time, non-exempt, and reports to the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager. River Valley Co-op describes its staff as ambassadors for its mission of creating a just marketplace that nourishes the community, with an emphasis on cooperative values, sustainability, social justice, and developing anti-racism and multicultural skills.
Requirements
- Organized attention to detail.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for long hours and work in a wet environment.
- Ability to communicate in a positive tone with team members and customers.
- Ability to work varied shifts beginning at 6 a.m. and ending after 11 p.m.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and cover shifts as needed.
- Neat appearance and a personable attitude.
- Ability to arrive on time for scheduled shifts and accurately use a time clock.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Willingness to handle meat and seafood.
- Ability to properly clean an electric meat slicer.
- Manual dexterity with department equipment.
Responsibilities
- Wash and put away dishes throughout the shift.
- Keep the dish room clean and in working order, including polishing machines and emptying food traps.
- Maintain proper chemical levels for the dish machine and notify the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager in writing and verbally before a new chemical is needed.
- Prepare food offerings according to the specifications of the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager.
- Accurately label and date all dishes, including all ingredients, every time.
- Take out kitchen, service, and seating-area trash, recycling, and food waste as directed.
- Maintain the kitchen in an orderly condition according to established guidelines.
- Clean spills, sweep, mop, and polish the work area.
- Follow food safety and cold- and hot-storage procedures.
- Advise the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager about equipment repairs, replacements, or upgrades.
- Read and initial daily deli communication logs.
- Attend and participate in team and storewide meetings.
- Perform other tasks assigned by the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager.
- Put away incoming deli orders and maintain organization in walk-ins and dry storage.
- As needed, perform light vegetable preparation and prepare and package dips, spreads, and salsas for grab-and-go and service cases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
