Sendik's

Deli Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.50 - $21.00
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Benefits

sign on bonus
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Opportunities for advancement
Retirement Plan
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Sendik's Food Markets is a well-established, family-owned grocery business that has been a cornerstone of southeastern Wisconsin communities for nearly a century. With 18 store locations spread across key cities such as Whitefish Bay, Wauwatosa, Mequon, and others, Sendik's prides itself on delivering a superior grocery shopping experience through its wide selection of high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The company values creating a warm, personal shopping environment where customers feel valued and treated like family. As a growing company, Sendik's offers numerous opportunities for career advancement within its diverse store locations, making it a desirable place for individuals passionate... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at time hired
  • Active and in good standing with the company
  • Employed for at least 4 months to be eligible for sign on bonus
  • Prior food handling experience
  • Ability to operate deli equipment safely
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Physical ability to perform duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Willingness to adhere to company safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of Deli equipment
  • Prior experience with food handling and cooking, preferably in a grocery setting
  • Leadership experience is required
  • Ability to successfully coach, train, develop and motivate a team
  • Ability to provide clear direction and delegate responsibilities to a team after determining department needs
  • Strong knowledge of local and state health, sanitation and safety regulations
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions, priorities and circumstances
  • Excellent communication, organizational and planning skills
  • Ability to problem solve and make independent decisions regarding department needs and priorities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong sense of urgency, time management, prioritization and multitasking skills
  • Strong computer skills, working knowledge in Microsoft Office product suite and Google Products
  • Ability to accommodate a fluctuating schedule including evening, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, push and pull for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Duties

  • Serve customers in the Deli Department while modeling Sendik's culture and providing best in class customer service including greeting, engaging, delighting and thanking every guest for their business
  • Provide consistent, timely and friendly customer service when answering questions, making suggestions and resolving complaints
  • Carry out custom catering orders for special events such as weddings, birthdays and holidays per customer request
  • Cook items from scratch according to company recipes, employing creativity and coming up with innovative ideas when appropriate
  • Cook all items for the deli cold case and hot bar including packaged foods, entrees, salads and soups while adhering to company recipes
  • Observe and evaluate trends to determine the type and quantity of food to produce
  • Provide and support daily production lists for the Deli Department as needed
  • Lead special event stations including Sendik's and customer events
  • Maintain department conditions ensuring shelves are stocked, product is rotated and the department is clean and well organized
  • Maintain and update weekly reports including purchasing, sanitation and inventory
  • Assist the Deli Manager with ordering inventory based on reports
  • Coach and train associates new to the Deli Department
  • Create attractive Deli Department displays and end caps based on specific sales for the week
  • Communicate with Deli Manager regarding department conditions and other concerns as needed
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized and ready each day
  • Operate, maintain and clean deli equipment including knives, ovens, fryers, dishwashers, coolers and slicers
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety and sanitation regulations and procedures
  • Assist with all other Deli Department duties as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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