
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $1.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
H-E-B is a well-established American supermarket chain that operates throughout the Southwestern United States, primarily in Texas. Founded in 1905, the company has grown to become one of the leading grocery retailers, known for its commitment to high-quality products and excellent customer service. H-E-B prides itself on its community involvement and innovative approach to retail, providing customers with a variety of fresh, locally sourced products alongside everyday grocery needs. As an industry leader, H-E-B continually focuses on employee development, fostering a positive work environment, and delivering superior shopping experiences for its customers.
The Food Service Representative role at H-E-B is a critical position in ensuring that customers receive well-stocked, fresh, and safe food products while experiencing outstanding service. This role focuses on preparing, packaging, and merchandising fresh products daily, while strictly adhering to food safety and sanitation standards. Candidates in this role will have direct contact with customers, assisting them with their selections, answering product questions, and taking orders either in person or by telephone. The position requires keen attention to detail to maintain product freshness, perform proper labeling, and ensure customer satisfaction through suggestive selling and product education.
In this role, the Food Service Representative engages in various department-specific duties such as bakery production planning, deli counter service, prepared foods packaging, and overall inventory management. The position requires technical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment, comply with store operating procedures, and execute all sanitation and maintenance tasks including those related to deli slicers and bakery products. H-E-B supports its employees with comprehensive orientation and training programs, including food safety and sanitation training upon hire, enabling them to perform in a fast-paced retail environment efficiently.
Working as a Food Service Representative at H-E-B offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail setting with a focus on teamwork, customer interaction, and hands-on food preparation. Employees are expected to handle physical demands such as lifting, bending, and long periods of standing while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to hygiene and safety standards. The company values employees who can work well under pressure, communicate effectively, and organize tasks efficiently. This position is essential in contributing to H-E-B’s mission of providing fresh, quality products and exceptional service to its customers every day.
The Food Service Representative role at H-E-B is a critical position in ensuring that customers receive well-stocked, fresh, and safe food products while experiencing outstanding service. This role focuses on preparing, packaging, and merchandising fresh products daily, while strictly adhering to food safety and sanitation standards. Candidates in this role will have direct contact with customers, assisting them with their selections, answering product questions, and taking orders either in person or by telephone. The position requires keen attention to detail to maintain product freshness, perform proper labeling, and ensure customer satisfaction through suggestive selling and product education.
In this role, the Food Service Representative engages in various department-specific duties such as bakery production planning, deli counter service, prepared foods packaging, and overall inventory management. The position requires technical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment, comply with store operating procedures, and execute all sanitation and maintenance tasks including those related to deli slicers and bakery products. H-E-B supports its employees with comprehensive orientation and training programs, including food safety and sanitation training upon hire, enabling them to perform in a fast-paced retail environment efficiently.
Working as a Food Service Representative at H-E-B offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail setting with a focus on teamwork, customer interaction, and hands-on food preparation. Employees are expected to handle physical demands such as lifting, bending, and long periods of standing while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to hygiene and safety standards. The company values employees who can work well under pressure, communicate effectively, and organize tasks efficiently. This position is essential in contributing to H-E-B’s mission of providing fresh, quality products and exceptional service to its customers every day.
Job Requirements
- HS diploma or GED or equivalent
- completion of company orientation upon hire
- food safety and sanitation training upon hire
- ability to function in a fast-paced retail environment with detailed and precise tasks
- ability to work with customers attentively
- physical ability to lift 50-55 lbs and manage lifting in excess of 65-70 lbs depending on department
- willingness to adhere to food safety and store policies
- ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, reaching, bending, and occasional crouching or kneeling
- capability to operate and maintain equipment properly
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of computer systems and equipment (e.g., PC, symbol, scales, label machine)
- strong customer service skills
- communication and interpersonal skills
- reading and writing skills
- planning and organizing skills
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Provides superior customer service
- takes orders from customers by telephone or in person
- answers customer questions regarding products and assists them with selections
- prepares, packages, and merchandises fresh product effectively
- slices, packages, labels, rotates, and culls products for poor quality
- assists in technical areas as needed (e.g., basic set-up and clean-up processes)
- uses suggestive selling techniques and basic product knowledge to meet customer needs and build department sales
- cleans and sanitizes display cases
- operates and maintains equipment properly
- complies with H-E-B food safety and sanitation standards
- complies with department and store operating procedures
- records production and shrink to aid in production planning (bakery)
- assists in technical areas such as baking, frying, and decorating (bakery)
- culls bakery products for poor quality and expiration dates
- takes care of service counter customers (deli)
- uses ordering system applications
- uses fresh production planner
- performs inventory management processes (MSI, PAW) as required
- ensures catering orders are prepared and ready in time for customer pickup if applicable
- performs all sanitation and maintenance tasks for deli slicers
- serves or packages products at customer’s request (prepared foods)
- educates customers on preparation and reheating instructions of prepared foods
- prepackages condiments for prepared food items
- cuts, slices, dices, and chops food in preparation for chef
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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