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Deli/Food Service Associate - Seasonal

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Seasonal
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
training provided
Career advancement opportunities
Flexible seasonal work
Employee Discounts
safe work environment
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Buc-ee's, Ltd. is a well-renowned company known primarily for its extensive network of convenience stores and travel centers located throughout the United States, particularly in Texas. The company has built a strong reputation for providing a unique retail experience that combines food service, fuel, and merchandise in a clean and friendly environment. Buc-ee's has become a beloved destination for travelers and locals alike due to its commitment to quality products and excellent customer service. As part of its continuous growth, Buc-ee's offers employment opportunities that attract individuals passionate about food service and customer care, especially during peak seasonal months.

The Seasonal Deli/Food Service position at Buc-ee's is designed for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who love working with food and serving customers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for those who thrive in high-volume restaurant settings or are eager to build experience in the food service industry. Even if candidates do not have previous experience, Buc-ee's provides comprehensive training to help them excel. The job requires employees to be quick learners and adapt to working across various stations that prepare a diverse range of food items such as BBQ, baked goods, sandwiches, tacos, jerky, fudge, and more.

Seasonal hires work from May 1st through September 8th, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on culinary skills during the busy summer months. The pay rate for this seasonal position is competitive at $21 per hour, reflecting the company's commitment to attracting and retaining talented workers. Employees will be responsible for preparing Buc-ee's distinctive menu items strictly following prescribed recipes and maintaining recipe confidentiality. They must adhere to strict health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to ensure safe food handling is always upheld.

The role involves not only food preparation but also the competent use of modern kitchen technology, including menu ordering kiosks, kitchen management systems, and various transaction devices. Maintaining a clean workstation and delivering prompt, efficient service to customers is vital. Additionally, employees will operate diverse kitchen equipment such as floor mixers, slicers, ovens, fryers, and sharp knives safely and effectively.

Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills, interacting professionally with team members and customers alike. Flexibility is essential since employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities and work on weekends, holidays, and rotating schedules including both day and night shifts. Regular and punctual attendance is a must, and employees must be capable of fulfilling all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Joining Buc-ee's as a Seasonal Deli/Food Service team member opens doors to further career development and advancement opportunities within the company. Buc-ee's values diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds who are eager to contribute to their team. If you enjoy working with food, love meeting new people, and want to be part of a vibrant workplace during the bustling season, Buc-ee's seasonal team could be the perfect fit for you.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Restaurant or retail experience preferred
  • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods up to 8 hours
  • Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, climb, reach, balance, push, and pull (e.g., product or material weighing 40 lbs or more)
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Restaurant or retail experience preferred
  • Experience as kitchen line cook, busser, server, expediter, or service staff a plus
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player mindset
  • Adaptability to work various shifts

Job Duties

  • Develop culinary skills as you prep bakery offerings, jerky, fudge, BBQ, and other restaurant menu items
  • Prepare Buc-ee's unique food service menu offerings to prescribed recipes and maintain confidentiality
  • Adhere to all company culinary recipes and measurements
  • Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products
  • Guarantee safe food handling
  • Competent use of various menu ordering kiosks, kitchen management system, and transaction devices
  • Maintain a clean workstation while quickly executing orders for customers
  • Provide responsive communication with store management and fellow associates
  • Safely and effectively use a wide variety of kitchen equipment and appliances including floor mixer, slicers, ovens, sharp knives, and fryers
  • Professionally interact with team members and customers
  • Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed
  • Work weekends and holidays as needed
  • Work a rotating schedule alternating between day and night as needed
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  • Perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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