Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $74,200.00 - $102,300.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible pay options
Job Description
Stew Leonard's is a family-owned and operated fresh food store that was founded in 1969 and now has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Known affectionately as the "Disneyland of Dairy Stores," Stew Leonard's offers a unique shopping experience characterized by a country-fair atmosphere with costumed characters and lively animated entertainment designed to keep children engaged while their parents shop. With a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality food products and exceptional customer service, Stew Leonard's embodies a vibrant and fun environment that appeals to families and individuals alike. The company takes pride in its rich history and commitment... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years and older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 to 5 years culinary experience
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment including choppers, ovens, and fryers
- Safe knife handling skills
- Basic math skills relevant to recipe measurements and conversions
- Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Strong communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to delegate tasks
- Ability to multitask
- Supervisory experience in a kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent with 3 to 5 years culinary experience
- Successful completion of an accredited culinary program preferred but not required
- Ability to safely operate choppers, ovens, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
- Demonstrated safe knife handling skills
- Understanding of product costing and methods to minimize waste
- Basic knowledge of measurements and conversions for recipes
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient computer skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Familiarity with HRIS, purchase order/transfer, and item maintenance systems
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to delegate tasks and give clear directions
- Ability to multitask
- Experience supervising and leading a cook team
Job Duties
- Inspire customers to prepare products successfully at home by offering meal suggestions and cooking techniques
- Assist in planning and developing recipes and ensure correct preparation and presentation through production and demonstration
- Ensure the salad bar and displays are merchandised with appropriate signage
- Ensure displays are full and product is rotated appropriately
- Ensure daily production plan is met
- Show, sell, and cross merchandise whenever possible
- Review One Idea Report to identify opportunities to achieve goals
- Place orders with vendors and transfers when needed
- Participate in monthly, quarterly, and yearly department inventories
- Assist in hiring, promoting, and training team members
- Provide timely feedback by completing and delivering comprehensive 90 day and mid-year Performance Chats
- Provide feedback to department manager for annual performance appraisals
- Conduct and/or actively participate in monthly department communication meetings
- Address disciplinary issues in a timely fashion
- Ensure compliance with all employment laws
- Ensure the department complies with all health codes, sanitation, and safety regulations
- Ensure representation is present at all monthly Safety Committee Meetings
- Conduct/oversee daily/periodic department cleaning
- Manage other projects as needed
- Oversee daily production to sales within the department to control over/under sales
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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