Sendik's

Deli Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $11.25 - $16.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

sign on bonus
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
retirement plans
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Sendik's Food Markets is a well-established, family-owned grocery business approaching its 100th anniversary, known for delivering a premium grocery shopping experience across southeastern Wisconsin. With 18 strategic store locations including Whitefish Bay, Wauwatosa, Mequon, and others, Sendik's has built a strong reputation centered on providing high-quality products, excellent value, and exceptional customer service. Since its inception, the company has nurtured a culture of community involvement and customer care, emphasizing a family-friendly atmosphere where employees and customers alike feel valued and respected. The company's steady growth reflects a deep commitment to excellence in the grocery sector, making Sendik's a trusted name... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Active and in good standing
  • Employed for at least 4 months to be eligible for sign on bonus
  • Ability to operate deli equipment safely
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Good communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of Deli equipment
  • Previous cooking experience preferred
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, in a fast paced environment
  • Proficient knife handling skills
  • Eagerness to interact with customers
  • Ability to take initiative and make decisions independently regarding department needs and priorities, under general supervision
  • Strong sense of team - ability to anticipate the needs of the team
  • Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, push or pull for extended periods of time
  • 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, which includes greeting, engaging, delighting and thanking every guest for their business
  • Cook all items for the deli cold case and hot bar, including packaged foods, entrees, salads and soups while adhering to and following company recipes
  • Ensure that the deli case, wall and hot bar is always full and fresh with the best quality deli products
  • Observe and evaluate trends to determine the type and quantity of food to produce
  • Support special event stations, including Sendik's and customer events
  • Answer questions regarding products and ingredients, offering suggestions and recommendations when appropriate
  • Maintain and update daily and weekly reports, including sanitation, temperature and cooling logs
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized and ready each day
  • Assist with training and coaching of new associates within the Deli Department
  • Assist with events when needed, including Sendik's events and customer events
  • Package, price and label Deli items
  • Assist Deli Department with stocking, rotating and facing the Deli wall
  • 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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