Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $23.10
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
flexible scheduling
Training and Development
team environment

Job Description

The Lexington Co-op is a community owned neighborhood grocery store dedicated to serving its co-op owners and the greater community with a unique and exceptional shopping experience. Guided by the values of sustainability, local support, and cooperative economics, the co-op makes delicious local, seasonal, and sustainable food accessible to all. As a cooperative enterprise, it seeks to provide not only quality food but to give back to the community and foster a positive workplace with a team-centric atmosphere. Known for its commitment to quality and community, the Lexington Co-op emphasizes creating a shopping environment that is easy, fun, and genuinely friendly for customers. This approach extends to the deli and bakery departments, where the team hand prepares a wide variety of delicious offerings such as cookies, cakes, and pies that are displayed on their shelves daily.

We are currently seeking a diligent and passionate individual to join our deli team. This role is ideal for someone with culinary skills who thrives in a professional kitchen setting and values serving the community high-quality, ethically prepared, and enjoyable food. The role is hands-on, requiring the preparation of local and sustainable dishes with an emphasis on vegetarian and vegan cuisine, aligning with the co-op’s mission of health and accessibility. The ideal candidate should be experienced, self-motivated, and focused on delivering phenomenal customer service every day. This position is a great opportunity for someone eager to be part of a cooperative team that values community engagement and growth. The Lexington Co-op supports equal opportunity employment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. As such, candidates who are flexible, responsible, able to work varied hours including weekends, evenings, and some holidays, and can manage the physical demands of the position are encouraged to apply. This is a role where dedication to excellent culinary standards, customer service, and a cooperative spirit converge to create a meaningful and rewarding career.

Job Requirements

  • A culinary degree, certification or equivalent work experience
  • Experience with vegetarian and vegan cuisine
  • Professional kitchen and cooking experience
  • ServSafe Certification or the equivalent
  • Ability to read and accurately follow recipes
  • Ability to stand, twist, bend, squat, turn, kneel throughout a shift
  • Self-motivated, organized, responsible, flexible
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the course of the workday
  • Regular, predictable attendance
  • Willingness and ability to grow to meet the changing requirements of the job
  • Weekend, evening and some holidays availability

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree, certification, or equivalent work experience
  • Experience with vegetarian and vegan cuisine
  • Professional kitchen and cooking experience
  • ServSafe Certification or equivalent
  • Ability to read and accurately follow recipes
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Job Duties

  • Prepare deli food items according to recipes and quality standards
  • Provide friendly and efficient customer service
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the deli area
  • Follow health and safety guidelines including proper food handling
  • Work collaboratively with deli team members to meet daily operational goals
  • Support the co-op’s commitment to local, sustainable, and seasonal food offerings
  • Assist in inventory management and stock rotation

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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