Kitchen Staff Member- Convenience Store (Req 11705)

Are you interested in joining an industry leader who is passionate about growth? At Southern States Cooperative (A Farmer Owned Cooperative since 1923);

we are focused on helping our employees and our customers grow, by being the very best at offering challenging and rewarding career opportunities to our employees and providing superior products, services and growing solutions for our valued customers.

We want to hear from you, so come grow with us!!!

How you will impact Southern States Cooperative :

• Ensure food products are handled / stored in compliance with safety practices. Ensure foods retain their flavor, freshness and nutritional value.
• Maintain sanitation, safety and hygiene standards to include frequent hand washing, cleaning and sanitizing the workstation, equipment, utensils, trays, counter tops, etc.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking utensils / equipment.
• Inspect and prepare ingredients for cooking (washing, shredding, grating, chopping, peeling, dicing, blending, cutting, etc.).
• Check food while cooking (flipping, stirring, microwaving, brewing, steaming, frying, etc.).
• Ensure appropriate and pleasant appearance of items before they are served to the customer.
• Prepare all food and beverage items as directed in a safe, sanitary and timely manner.
• Fill in for other kitchen staff employees when needed.
• Follow recipes, portion and presentation specifications.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the kitchen stays clean, organized and free of hazards.
• Receive / re-stock items (cups, plates, utensils, condiments, coffee items, etc.) as needed throughout the shift. May assist with unloading of deliveries.
• Stack, rinse, soak and wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils.
• Sell food items. Take forms of payment using cash register and / or credit card machine. Complete customer transactions accurately and effectively.
• Flex to adjusted menu items, substitutions and pricing (as determined by the Kitchen and / or Assistant Kitchen Manager) based on seasonal availability and demand.
• Report any issues encountered to the Kitchen and / or Assistant Kitchen Manager.
• Perform daily housekeeping duties (sweeping, mopping, cleaning, trash removal, etc.).

What you need to succeed :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent. Servesafe certification is preferred.

Experience : Prior experience in a similar convenience store or fast food position.

• Knowledge of food handling, preparation and storage
• Ability to read order tickets and prepare / serve food accordingly
• Knowledge of and ability to operate kitchen equipment
• Knowledge and execution of thawing, labeling and rotation procedures
• Well versed in cooking temperatures and time
• Ability to understand and follow written / verbal instructions and procedures
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to work calmly / efficiently with frequent interruptions
• Ability to multi-task
• Customer service oriented and good work ethic
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a team
• Knowledge and use of fire extinguishers
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including holidays, evenings and weekends

Some of the many benefits we offer :

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Office
• Vacation Buy-Back
• Company Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Services
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Merchandise Discounts
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Southern States Cooperative, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.