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Cafe Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Company Discounts
education benefits

Job Description

Sam's Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club, providing quality products and services at incredible prices for families and businesses across the United States. As a subsidiary of Walmart Inc., Sam's Club operates with a commitment to superior customer service, innovative solutions, and a focus on team member development. With thousands of locations nationwide, Sam's Club offers a dynamic retail environment that combines the convenience of a warehouse format with the efficiency and dedication of a customer-first approach. The company is well-known for its extensive product range, from fresh food and groceries to electronics and home goods, all complemented by competitively priced memberships and an emphasis on shopper value.

The role available at Sam's Club is a prepared food team member position, located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This position is integral to ensuring the smooth operation of the prepared food merchandise section. The role involves multiple responsibilities including preparing food according to item specifications, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards, managing inventory, utilizing digital tools for efficient sales and ordering, and providing outstanding member service. Candidates in this role are expected to be flexible, collaborate across teams, and engage in continuous learning and adaptability to meet the business's demands. This position offers competitive hourly wages starting from $17.00 to $25.00 plus performance-based bonuses and other benefits. Sam's Club provides its associates with a comprehensive package of health, financial, and paid time off benefits designed to promote a happier and balanced work life.

Successful candidates will embrace the role as both a team member and a brand ambassador, advocating for the company culture and supporting team growth. The position emphasizes a proactive approach to quality control, waste reduction, and member satisfaction. Associates are empowered to use handheld technology and other digital tools to execute their tasks efficiently and effectively. The company invests substantially in its associates through education benefits such as the Live Better U program, which fully covers tuition and fees for various educational opportunities, including high school completion and bachelor's degrees.

At Sam's Club, the emphasis on safety and compliance is paramount. This includes strict adherence to food safety certifications, sanitation practices, and regulatory standards. The company also maintains a drug-free workplace policy to ensure a safe and productive environment for all employees. Sam's Club welcomes candidates who are 18 years or older and who are committed to maintaining high standards of service, teamwork, and personal development. The work location is at 6101 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421-2932, United States. This prepared food team member opportunity offers a rewarding career path for individuals passionate about food service and retail excellence in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • successful completion of all job required training and assessments within prescribed time
  • ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
  • compliance with company policies and procedures
  • ability to communicate effectively with team members and customers
  • flexibility to work in other areas as business needs require
  • adherence to safety and cold chain compliance guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • 18 years of age or older
  • food safety certification preferred
  • food handler certification preferred
  • prior food service experience preferred
  • ability to use handheld technology
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
  • customer service skills
  • basic inventory management knowledge
  • flexibility to work various shifts
  • commitment to company policies and ethics

Job Duties

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product specifications related to prepared food merchandise
  • collaborate with cross-functional teams and help educate other associates on tools, tasks and resources
  • communicate effectively with team members
  • be flexible to business needs and work in other areas
  • prepare food according to item specifications
  • plan for future productions, mass productions, and seasonality
  • adhere to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, and cold chain compliance
  • manage inventory, operate and maintain equipment
  • leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve shopping experience and associate engagement
  • use handheld technology for production decisions, ordering merchandise, receiving club pick up orders, training, and product quality
  • stock and rotate merchandise
  • ensure quality and date control standards
  • eliminate waste
  • provide member service by acknowledging and assisting members with purchasing decisions
  • act as a brand advocate
  • develop and inspire others with a respectful and team-oriented style
  • comply with company policies, procedures, and ethics
  • complete work assignments prioritizing policies, data and resources
  • collaborate with managers, coworkers, customers and business partners
  • identify priorities and deadlines
  • communicate progress
  • adapt to change, difficulties and feedback

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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