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Charles Schwerd Restaurants

Prep Cook

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods. * Weigh, measure, and mix ... Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods. * Closes the kitchen ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Roaster vs Barista?

AspectAssistant RoasterBarista
CredentialsBasic coffee knowledge, sometimes certifications in coffee roastingCustomer service skills, coffee preparation knowledge
Work EnvironmentRoasting facilities, production areasCoffee shops, cafes
Industry UsageCoffee roasting companies, specialty coffee industryRetail coffee shops, cafes

While both roles are involved in coffee, an Assistant Roaster focuses on the roasting process and production, requiring knowledge of roasting techniques. A Barista primarily prepares coffee beverages for customers in a retail setting. The Assistant Roaster typically works behind the scenes in a roasting facility, whereas a Barista interacts directly with customers. Both roles are essential in the coffee industry but serve different functions and environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant roaster, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Roaster, you need a solid understanding of coffee bean varieties, roasting processes, and basic food safety, often supported by hands-on experience or training in coffee production. Familiarity with roasting machines, grinders, quality control equipment, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and a willingness to learn are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure consistent product quality, workplace safety, and smooth collaboration in a fast-paced coffee production environment.

What does an assistant roaster do?

An Assistant Roaster helps with the coffee roasting process by preparing green coffee beans, monitoring roasting equipment, and assisting in quality control. They often support the head roaster by cleaning machines, recording roast profiles, and packaging roasted coffee. This role requires attention to detail, a willingness to learn about coffee, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Assistant Roasters play a key part in ensuring consistency and quality in every batch of coffee produced.

What are some common challenges faced by assistant roasters in their daily work, and how can they overcome them?

Assistant Roasters often face challenges such as maintaining consistency in roast profiles, managing time efficiently during busy production days, and handling the physical demands of the role. To overcome these, it's important to closely follow established protocols, communicate effectively with the head roaster and team members, and stay organized with batch scheduling. Additionally, staying attentive to equipment maintenance and being proactive about learning from feedback can help Assistant Roasters improve their skills and contribute effectively to the roasting team.

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067 - Bashas' Deli Asst. Team Lead - Flagstaff

Bashas'

Flagstaff, AZ • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Bashas' rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description


Position Purpose: With a focus on providing superior customer service and leading a successful Deli/Bistro team, the Asst. Deli Team Lead is a Team Lead in training, someone who strives to meet department goals and objectives while providing customers with product expertise and the freshest, tastiest and highest quality deli/bistro products.
Responsibilities: An Asst. Deli Team Lead is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
An Asst. Deli Team Lead's responsibilities include:
  • In the Deli/Bistro Team Leader's absence, directing department personnel, meeting department's goals and objectives, communicating directly with the store director and deli/bistro department supervisors, ordering the products and supplies necessary to maintain adequate stock levels and keep merchandising levels at deli/bistro standards.
  • Overseeing the preparation and serving/merchandising of deli/bistro food service items, which includes such items as, breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees, fried chicken and other fried foods, roasting chickens, pizzas, prepared salads, sandwiches, and other meal items for hot cases, salad cases, and steam tables.
  • Displaying deli/bistro merchandise, such as pre-cut cheeses, packaged salads, and snack items, following del/bistro department and/or company merchandising guidelines.
  • Attentively rotating deli/bistro items for sale, ensuring quality and safety and product shrink control.
  • Meeting all county, city and company food safety and sanitation guidelines and policies.
  • Receiving merchandise for sale and supplies, auditing invoices, breaking down orders, positioning cases of products in the deli storage area or in refrigerated walk-in coolers or frozen food walk-ins' freezers.
  • Understanding the importance of monitoring product pricing, signage, and placement as well as the use of product shelf tags and shelf signage.
  • Keeping clean, neat and orderly sales counters, food prep areas, warehouse shelving and walk-in coolers and freezers.
  • Working safely around sharp slicers, tools and hot ovens and burners.
  • Taking customer orders, ensuring orders are completed on time and to the customer's satisfaction.
  • All other related duties as assigned

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:
Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending
Perks & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation, paid weekly
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
  • Scholarship opportunities for continued education
  • Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
  • Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.
For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:
  1. Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
  2. You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
  3. Rehires must be approved by an HRBP

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