Community Food Co-op · 1 day ago
Deli Production Team Member
Bellingham,WA,US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCommunity Food Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery store focused on high-quality food and sustainability. The Production Team Member plays a vital role in ensuring food quality and safety while supporting kitchen operations and providing excellent service to customers and co-workers.
Food and BeverageGroceryRetail
Responsibilities
Prepare soups, salads, entrees, and other deli items for the service case, Grab & Go (GnG) case, and salad bar while following established Co-op recipes, portioning standards, and food safety guidelines
Cook and prep food in accordance with department procedures and safe food handling practices
Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized workspaces throughout all stages of production
Assist with kitchen prep, cleanup, and general production support as needed
Stock, rotate, and face deli items in the service case, Grab & Go case, and salad bar to ensure freshness, safety, and visual appeal
Ensure accurate and clear signage, labeling, and pricing on all products
Receive deliveries, verify invoice accuracy, and store products properly according to food safety and department standards
Maintain back-stock areas in a clean, organized, and food-safe manner
May assist with placing orders at the direction of department managers
Provide friendly, helpful, and responsive service to customers and co-workers, even while working primarily in back-of-house roles
Contribute to a positive, respectful, and inclusive kitchen culture that emphasizes cooperation and clear communication
Communicate professionally with team members and supervisors to support smooth operations
Stay informed about deli promotions, featured items, and product knowledge
Support front-of-house operations as needed, including restocking, maintaining displays, and interacting with customers
Uphold department sanitation, cleanliness, and workplace safety standards at all times
Perform other duties as assigned to support department and Co-op goals
Qualification
Required
Willingness to be trained up to Co-op's kitchen standards
Ability to provide excellent, friendly, face-to-face customer service in a fast-paced environment
Ability to learn about specialty and prepared foods and has an interest in gaining knowledge of natural and organic grocery industry
Ability to remain calm, think quickly, prioritize effectively, and problem solve within established guidelines, while handling multiple demands
Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork, compassion and constant communication are essential
Ability to meet expectations of regular, predictable attendance
Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends
Ability to maintain current food handler card
Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to work in moderate and loud noise environments including, but not limited to paging, telephones, human voices, music, and machinery
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
Ability to frequently reach, bend, twist, and rotate
Has regular fine motors skills working and gripping with hands
Ability to lift 30 to 50, occasionally
Tolerant of repetitive tasks such as stirring, chopping, cutting
Can withstand exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Can withstand exposure varying to temperatures: Coolers, freezers, ovens/stoves
Preferred
Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but not required
Benefits
Up to 25% staff discount & access to wholesale orders
Great medical/dental/vision and supplemental insurance options (for full-time employees)
401(k) w/match
Paid time off
Pay on Demand
Potential year-end bonus
Access to employee assistance program
Company
Community Food Co-op
Community Food Co-op is a retailer of groceries, food, and consumer goods.
Founded in 1970
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.94M2020-04-15Debt Financing· $0.2M
2015-04-15Debt Financing· $0.73M
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