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Cafe Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $27.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Plan
stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
short-term disability
long-term disability
Company Discounts
Military Leave Pay
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Educational assistance (Live Better U)

Job Description

Sam's Club is a reputable membership-only retail warehouse club that operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc. It is known for offering quality products at competitive prices to small business owners and individuals. With a vast network of stores across the United States and other countries, Sam's Club emphasizes providing excellent customer service, a diverse product selection, and a commitment to community engagement and sustainability. Their organizational culture promotes teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, making it a desirable place to work for individuals seeking career growth in retail and customer service sectors.

This position offers a dynamic and rewarding role as a Prepared Food Team Member at Sam's Club, located in Palmdale, CA. The hourly wage ranges from $19.00 to $27.00, accompanied by the potential for annual or quarterly performance incentives, as well as various possible premiums based on schedule, facility, or specific work performed. The role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of product specifications for prepared food merchandise, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and educating fellow associates. It involves expertise in food preparation, including adherence to stringent food safety standards, inventory management, and the use of digital tools to enhance sales and customer experience. Additionally, team members act as brand ambassadors, fostering a respectful and supportive work environment and driving the performance and quality of their area by managing merchandise stocking, rotation, and waste elimination.

The position emphasizes member service excellence, assisting customers with purchasing decisions and resolving concerns promptly. It requires flexibility to work in various areas as needed by the business and a commitment to ethics, integrity, and company policies. Sam's Club values associates who can effectively communicate, adapt to change, and proactively contribute to business improvements. The role also involves leveraging technology for production planning, ordering merchandise, and training, enhancing the overall operational efficiency.

Beyond compensation, Sam's Club offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of its employees, including medical, vision, and dental coverage, financial benefits like 401(k), stock purchase plans, and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off is generous, covering PTO, parental and family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting time off. Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability coverage, company discounts, military leave pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and an educational program called Live Better U, which funds tuition, books, and fees for various educational pursuits. This role requires candidates to be at least 18 years old and willing to complete necessary trainings and assessments, aligning with Sam's Club's drug-free workplace policy and commitment to a safe, productive environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • ability to complete all job-required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period
  • willingness to comply with company policies including drug-free workplace policy
  • ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others
  • capability to adapt to new tools and technology
  • physical ability to operate and maintain food preparation equipment
  • commitment to following food safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • acknowledge requirement to complete all job-related trainings and assessments
  • food safety certification preferred
  • food handler certification preferred
  • experience in food service preferred

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 work in other areas as needed
  • prepare food according to item specifications
  • understand and plan future and mass productions
  • prepare for seasonality
  • adhere to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, cold chain compliance, inventory management
  • operate, maintain, and sanitize equipment
  • demonstrate understanding of product and layout execution
  • leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement
  • use handheld technology for production decisions, ordering merchandise, receiving orders, training, and product quality
  • drive area performance by stocking and rotating merchandise
  • ensure quality and date control standards
  • eliminate waste
  • provide member service by acknowledging and identifying needs
  • assist members with purchasing decisions, payment types, locating merchandise, and resolving issues
  • act as a brand advocate by developing, influencing, and inspiring others
  • comply with company policies, procedures, and ethics
  • complete work assignments using policies, data, and resources
  • collaborate with managers, co-workers, customers, and business partners
  • identify priorities, deadlines, and expectations
  • communicate progress and recommend improvements
  • adapt to change and learn from feedback

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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