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Metropolitan Market

Bakery Clerk/Barista

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $25.00
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Benefits

competitive pay
20% team member discount
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending arrangement
Company-funded disability insurance
Company-funded life insurance
Employee assistance program
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
sick/safe leave
Reduced cost ORCA Card program
Education support
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Metropolitan Market, LLC is a well-established grocery and specialty food retailer known for its commitment to quality, community engagement, and exceptional customer service. With locations primarily in the Washington State area, the company prides itself on offering a wide selection of fresh, high-quality food products, including bakery and coffee items that appeal to a diverse clientele. Metropolitan Market is dedicated to creating a welcoming and vibrant shopping environment that blends convenience with gourmet selections, catering to food enthusiasts and everyday shoppers alike. They emphasize sustainability, supporting local suppliers, and fostering a team-oriented culture where employees are valued and empowered. This... Show More

Job Requirements

  • valid Washington State Food Workers Card
  • background check and reference checks
  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • excellent communication skills
  • team player mentality
  • adherence to food safety standards
  • ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • high level of self-motivation and initiative
  • ability to problem solve
  • proven success working in a diverse team environment
  • demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality output while working within deadlines
  • excellent time management and organizational skills
  • exceptional customer service skills
  • strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
  • comprehensive knowledge and understanding of food and coffee, including ingredients, applications, pronunciations and culinary skills
  • knowledge of food safety, HACCP/Department of Health guidelines
  • ideally one year of experience preparing coffee drinks in a high-volume coffee shop
  • ideally one year of bakery industry experience

Job Duties

  • demonstrate genuine enthusiasm and sincerity
  • customize approach to meet guest needs and build rapport through individualized service
  • effectively assess, anticipate and follow-through on guest needs and questions related to products
  • actively work to remain knowledgeable and current in areas of responsibility, including product knowledge
  • move with ease from greeting to providing product information, up-selling, closing the sale, thanking guests, and inviting them back
  • maintain product inventory at a level that promotes effective sales merchandising and maximizes sales potential
  • assist leadership team with product and supply ordering
  • actively work to ensure that highest quality products are stocked
  • appropriately remove and replace outdated product from sales areas on a daily basis
  • assist with the development and maintenance of product displays that create an exciting marketplace
  • actively participate in product promotions/focuses and community events

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