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Maplefields & R.L. Vallee

Food Service Associate

Peru, NY · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Collect and place garbage/compost in designated containers. * May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work. * Report any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to ...

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CredentialsNone specific, sometimes environmental or waste management certificationsEnvironmental or waste management certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentComposting facilities, outdoor and industrial settingsRecycling plants, waste sorting facilities, outdoor and indoor environments
Industry UsageOrganic waste management, composting companiesRecycling centers, waste management companies
Job FocusProcessing organic waste into compostSorting and processing recyclable materials

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Food Service Associate

Food Service Associate

Maplefields & R.L. Vallee

Jeffersonville, VT

$17 - $19/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Maplefields rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Always greet customers as they approach the department, provide excellent customer service through entire interaction.
  • Set up food service, kitchen, prep stations, and equipment for business day.
  • Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold food items.
  • Ensure proper utensils, napkins and condiments are available to customers.
  • Check food temperatures before serving following all food safety guidelines.
  • Check Cold case temperatures frequently.
  • Visually inspect all products for quality or out of date labels and remove from selling floor as needed.
  • Take orders and serve food items to customers following customers specific requests.
  • Clean, wash and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Collect and place garbage/compost in designated containers.
  • May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work.
  • Report any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to management immediately.
  • Assist in receiving deliveries and putting loads away in an orderly manner.
  • Other duties may be assigned by management.

Skill Requirements:
•    Excellent customer service skills.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.
•    Ability to follow all food safety/sanitation guidelines.
•    Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
•    Ability to lift objects properly up to 50lbs.
•    Ability to work in multiple different temperatures during the day.

Availability:
Shifts vary by location and are established bases on the business needs of the Store.  Your manager will work with you to find a schedule that will provide you with your desired hours, whenever possible.  Schedules are flexible and should be discussed with your manager.  
 

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