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Food Preparation Specialist A career at our organization is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to those living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to stocking and sanitation. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Prepares food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets. Prepares food items according to recipe to ensure quality and consistency. Ensures that all prepared items are labeled, dated, covered, monitored for quality and freshness, and rotated. Monitors food levels and replenishes in a timely manner. Key Responsibilities Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings. Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques. Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product. Follows and complies with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices. Required Skills & Qualifications Thorough product knowledge. Ability to follow a recipe. Good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques. Good basic math skills. Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team. Benefits We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for advancement. Our benefits include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday. Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.