DELI/BAKERY ASSOCIATE

Deli/Bakery Associate The Deli/Bakery Associate is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service in the deli and bakery departments. The associate will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of deli and bakery items, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization, and ensuring that all products meet our quality standards. This role involves working closely with customers to fulfill their orders, handle transactions, and offer product recommendations. Key responsibilities include: Providing outstanding customer service. Answering phones and taking phone orders correctly. Assisting customers at both bakery and deli service counters. Keeping counters, glass, cases, and work areas clean and neat. Maintaining excellent personal hygiene habits. Stocking sales floor area, deli & bakery cases, and supply areas. Putting away & keeping supplies and products stored neatly in proper place when deliveries come in. Following all safety and security procedures. Slicing and weighing meats and cheeses to customer's satisfaction. May operate small kitchen appliances, ovens, proofers, warmers, and fryers. Taking out trash and disposing of cardboard. Performing daily cleaning duties such as sweeping and mopping. Opening and closing department without supervision. May assist on front-end with cashier and carryout duties as needed. Any other responsibilities as assigned by manager. Work environment includes: May be exposed to all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, ice and wind) as well as, inside work with variations in heat, cold, dust, and humidity. Must be able to work around ovens and cooking areas as well as in freezers and walk-in coolers. Fast paced retail environment with work primarily in deli/bakery kitchen. Physical requirements include: Frequently moves, lifts, and carries merchandise and supplies weighing less than or equal to 30 pounds without assistance. Occasionally moves, lifts, and carries merchandise and supplies weighing less than or equal to 60 pounds. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including pushing, pulling, squatting, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, and twisting with or without bearing weight. Occasionally required to climb and/or crawl. Stands or walks continuously throughout the shift. Qualifications & other job requirements include: Previous experience in a retail or grocery environment preferred, but not required. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Minimum age requirement = 16 years old.