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SUMMARY:

Assists in the operation of the store’s deli department. Assist in determining the quality and quantities of merchandise displayed. Receives and displays stock. Assist in the pricing, date coding and rotating all deli products. Responsible for assisting customers in a friendly and courteous manner.

MEETING PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability needed to effectively execute this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Comply with all store policies, programs and directives.

• At all times utilize friendly and professional methods of communication with customer and other Associates.
• Coordination and communicate with all the Bakery/Deli associates to ensure a smooth flow of product and services within the Bakery/Deli Department.
• Shall be prepared to work as scheduled work schedules.
• Shall efficiently and successfully perform the fundamentals of the bakery/deli operations including, but not limited to: safe food handling, product preparation, and packaging.
• Maintain continuous product quality, food safety, freshness and appearance.
• Ensure proper merchandising of the Bakery/Deli products in compliance with store policies and procedures. This will include the proper pricing and code dating of product.
• Maintain effective department security in compliance with store policy and directives.
• Ensure that the physical appearance of the department, including selling, and back room and storage areas, comply with the maintenance and sanitation standards of the store and governmental regulatory agencies at all times.
• Assist department Coordinator in maintaining all department records at all times in an organized manner.
• Handle all other projects and duties as assigned.
• Properly fills and merchandises bakery/deli shelves, cases and displays.
• Prices, code dates, and rotates all bakery/deli product clearly and accurately.
• Operate all bakery/deli equipment properly and safely at all times to avoid injury.
• Assist in the packaging of bakery/deli product as directed.
• Receives special orders and uses suggestive selling methods when possible.
• Must be dependable
• Must be well organized

Education / Experience:

• One (1) year of bakery and deli production experience preferred.
• Must be Serve Safe certified or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Special Qualifications:

• Attention to detail required, as well as strong team, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to clearly explain and demonstrate concepts and skills to others.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and government regulation.
• Ability to effectively respond to questions from groups of Associates, managers, Customers and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to consult collaboratively to define problems collects data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and propose solutions.
• Ability to interpret company policies and procedures and apply them in a consistent and fair manner.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:

• Regularly required to sit; stand; and use the hands to handle objects, tools or controls.
• Must frequently walk, talk or hear, and reach with the hands and arms; occasionally, the associate must crouch or kneel.
• Must be able to climb a ladder to retrieve items stored in elevated or overhead racks or shelves located above refrigerated boxes, in stockrooms and other storage areas.
• Successful performance requires specific vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must occasionally exert or lift up to 70 pounds carrying boxes of records, bulk containers forms and other materials and frequently lift moderate amounts of weight.
• Must have sufficient memory retention skills to memorize weekly ad prices and specials.
• Must be able to sweep and mop floors, dust and face shelves, and lift and carry out trash containers to be emptied in an outside bin.

The company requires every associate to:

• Maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.
• Encourage mutual respect among associates by setting positive examples consistent with company policies.
• Maintain an attitude and philosophy consistent with the company mission, vision and values.
• Maintain a professional reputation in the company and community.

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