Assistant Manager - Prepared Foods Kitchen/Bakery

People's Food Co-op is a community-focused grocery cooperative known for its commitment to providing high quality, good food options to its shoppers. Located in a welcoming and friendly environment, the Co-op emphasizes fresh, scratch-cooked meals using allergen-focused recipes designed to accommodate diverse dietary needs. Founded on principles of sustainability and community well-being, People's Food Co-op strives to serve wholesome foods while promoting local farmers, ethical sourcing, and environmentally responsible practices. This cooperative grocery store operates with a strong sense of community engagement and values teamwork, inclusivity, and excellent customer service as core components of its business model.

The role available at People's Food Co-op is a vital position within the deli and kitchen department, responsible for preparing high-quality food items from scratch and maintaining excellent standards for food freshness, safety, and presentation. This role offers a competitive pay range of $19 to $20 per hour, based on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The work schedules include two options: Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday, both from 6 am to 2 pm. As part of the deli team, you will collaborate with other employees to create a positive and efficient work environment while adhering to strict quality control and safety standards.

The position requires a strong understanding of food preparation techniques and quality control, as well as the ability to assist in ordering supplies, managing inventory, and supervising staff. Additional responsibilities include updating and documenting recipes, participating in inventory counts, and ensuring all kitchen and bakery products are well stocked and rotated properly. Candidates for this role should be highly organized with excellent communication skills and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Due to the physical nature of the job, the ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, stand for extended periods, and perform a variety of physical movements is necessary.

People's Food Co-op is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, offering benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who work 30 hours or more per week, life insurance, short-term disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, and a generous 20% staff discount. The Co-op is an equal opportunity employer that complies with federal and state disability laws, making reasonable accommodations as needed to support all applicants and employees. This ensures a diverse, supportive, and equitable work environment for all team members. By joining People's Food Co-op, you are becoming part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to food justice, sustainability, and community empowerment.