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Food Service Assistant

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $19.00
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
hearing aid coverage
pharmacy benefits
behavioral health support
Employee assistance program
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Assistance Plan
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
stock purchase plan

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a multinational corporation operating a chain of membership-only warehouse clubs. Known for its commitment to quality products at competitive prices, Costco has built a solid reputation as a leader in wholesale retail, providing customers with a wide variety of goods and services. Costco warehouses are strategically located to serve a broad spectrum of customers, from families to businesses, with a focus on delivering exceptional value and a unique shopping experience. The company emphasizes a strong workplace culture that values employees, customer service, and operational excellence, which enables Costco to maintain high standards across all its locations.

The position available is a Food Service Worker role within one of Costco's bustling warehouse clubs. This role is crucial in maintaining the high standards that Costco upholds in its food courts. The Food Service Worker will be responsible for preparing and selling food and beverages to members, ensuring that every transaction and interaction reflects the company’s commitment to excellence and member satisfaction. Responsibilities include preparing hot food items such as pizza and hot dogs, baking, slicing, assembling, and presenting orders to customers both at the counter and via phone. The worker will also manage inventory by pulling and stocking supplies and ingredients and maintaining cleanliness and sanitary conditions in the kitchen, eating, and self-serve areas.

The role demands a proactive attitude toward cleanliness and safety, with duties covering cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces, machines, floors, and counters, as well as washing dishes and disposing of hazardous materials properly according to health and safety standards. The Food Service Worker is expected to handle various equipment, including ovens, dispensers, and possibly machinery or vehicles used within the department, all while following strict department production and cash handling procedures.

Though specific qualifications and educational requirements are unavailable, the position requires individuals who are dedicated to delivering excellent member service and who can work effectively in a fast-paced food service environment. Flexibility is important as open availability may be needed to meet the business needs. Moreover, employees will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, well-being, and financial security, contributing to a balanced and rewarding work life. This employment opportunity reflects Costco's continuing effort to provide quality food service and member care, ensuring the company remains a preferred destination for shoppers and an employer of choice for service-oriented personnel.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior food service or retail experience beneficial
  • ability to stand and move for extended periods
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • authorization to work in the United States
  • ability to follow safety and hygiene standards
  • open availability to meet business needs

Job Qualifications

  • Customer service skills
  • ability to follow department procedures
  • ability to handle cash transactions accurately
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • physical ability to perform cleaning and stocking tasks
  • teamwork and communication skills
  • basic food preparation skills

Job Duties

  • Prepares hot food
  • proofs, presses, stretches, sauces, and adds toppings to pizza
  • bakes food items in ovens
  • slices cooked pizza
  • places baked items in the warmer
  • steams hot dogs and buns
  • rings up sales, collects money, makes change
  • maintains and assists members with self-serve kiosks
  • places whole pizza orders from members at the counter and on the phone
  • assembles and presents orders to members
  • uses tongs to pick up hot food items
  • follows department production and cash handling procedures and standards
  • dispenses dessert and drink items such as ice cream, latte and smoothie
  • cleans, sanitizes, services, and refills dispensing machines
  • maintains self-serve soda pop area, condiment table and eating area
  • busses, cleans and sanitizes tables, sweeps and mops floors, empties trash
  • cleans and sanitizes the machines, work surfaces, floors, and counters
  • washes containers, pans and utensils in 3 compartment sink, power wash sink, or dishwasher
  • moves patio tables to clean the floor around tables
  • takes garbage to the trash compactor and operates the compactor
  • disassembles and deep cleans pizza oven according to department SOPs
  • follows safety and security procedures
  • pulls ingredients and supplies from the warehouse
  • stocks large volume ingredients to shelves, cooler and freezer
  • stages ingredients to the preparation area and refills dispensing machines
  • complies with health codes, such as sanitation, temperatures, product rotation and expiration dates
  • ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials
  • ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery
  • assists with department duties as necessary
  • assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary

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