(USA) Sam's Cafe Associate, Back of House

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sam's Cafe Associate, Back of House, helps maintain cleanliness and food safety while supporting food preparation and customer service activities. The role includes inspecting and sanitizing work areas, preparing food according to recipes, managing supplies, and complying with company policies. Associates collaborate with team members to deliver quality service, maintain operational efficiency, and contribute to a positive work environment. The Sam’s Cafe Back of House team works in a dynamic scratch-kitchen environment focused on quality guest experiences. Team members uphold food safety, sanitation, and operational standards while managing kitchen tasks and inventory. Leadership provides ongoing training on company policies. Clear communication, accountability, and adaptability support daily operations and customer satisfaction. The position is based at Table 29 in Bentonville, Arkansas. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

Requirements

Obtain a certified ServSafe Food Handler or related food safety certification within 45 days of hire.
Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation and service areas according to established safety standards.
Experience with food preparation techniques, including grilling, baking, frying, and portioning according to recipes and quality standards.
Strong customer service skills, including greeting guests, responding to inquiries, and providing food suggestions professionally.
Ability to handle kitchen equipment and utensils safely and efficiently and support inventory management and stocking.
Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and supporting smooth operations.
Commitment to company policies, ethical standards, and food safety compliance.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three years of hands-on professional cooking and food preparation experience, including recipe execution, ingredient preparation, and maintaining kitchen efficiency.
Proven ability to perform high-volume cooking in fast-paced environments.
Hands-on catering experience and understanding of food preparation and event logistics.
Demonstrated success collaborating in team-based settings while communicating effectively.
Initiative and motivation, with a record of working independently and efficiently without supervision.
Catering and restaurant operations experience.
Commercial cooking experience.
ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect and clean food preparation and serving areas to maintain sanitation and comply with company policies.
Sweep, mop, wash dishes, and dispose of perishables during shifts.
Acquire, stock, and organize food supplies, kitchen equipment, and utensils for daily operations.
Prepare food items by following recipes, operating kitchen equipment, and ensuring proper portioning and quality.
Greet guests, respond to inquiries, assist with food preferences, and process payments.
Monitor food safety by checking temperatures, completing logs, and sanitizing work areas and equipment.
Collaborate with team members to meet priorities, communicate progress, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Stock purchase plan.
Company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
Live Better U education benefit program for eligible full-time and part-time associates; Walmart pays tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.