Hot Food Clerk

Pembroke Pines, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Benefits

Part-time employment

Bilingual work environment

On-the-job training

Employee Discounts

Paid training

flexible schedule

safe work environment

Job Description

Sedano's Supermarkets is a well-established grocery retailer known for its commitment to quality products and excellent customer service. Located at Store Number 34 - 17171 Pines Blvd, P/Pines, FL 33027, Sedano's operates with a strong focus on community and customer satisfaction. The company values safety, cleanliness, and professionalism within its stores and strives to provide a welcoming environment for all customers and employees alike. As a leading supermarket chain in the area, Sedano's Supermarkets embraces a bilingual workplace supporting English and Spanish, offering a culturally inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community it serves.

The current opening is for a Part-Time Hot Foods Food Server, primarily scheduled for afternoon shifts. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless customer experience for patrons purchasing prepared food items either by the pound or individual servings. The Food Server works within the Hot Foods Department maintaining product display, portion control, payment processing, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. Beyond food handling, this position contributes to the overall upkeep of the department including restocking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe environment throughout the store. The position requires frequent interaction with customers, which mandates a friendly attitude, clear communication skills, and the ability to abide by company procedures and legal requirements.

This role is perfect for candidates who take pride in promoting a safe, clean, and organized work environment while delivering excellent customer service. Given the nature of operating within the food service division of a busy supermarket, the Food Server must be able to handle all departmental equipment properly, manage physical demands such as lifting, standing, and repetitive motions, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Sedano's Supermarkets prioritizes ongoing training and certifications, such as mandatory food safety training which must be renewed every three years, to ensure high standards of food quality and safety.

Teamwork is also a fundamental element as the employee may be required to assist in other related areas such as the cafeteria, bakery, or kitchen. Furthermore, the role supports operational efficiency through participation in departmental and store meetings, punctuality, and managing whereabouts during absences to maintain workflow continuity.

Sedano's Supermarkets fosters an inclusive workplace encouraging individuals who are dependable, hardworking, and committed to the company's goals to apply. The employee is expected to maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the dress code and embody the values and operational principles of Sedano’s. This position provides an opportunity to be part of a reputable company offering a collaborative, bilingual environment where employees contribute directly to an exceptional shopping experience for the community.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree preferred
Minimum of 18 years of age
Previous food service experience
Current food safety training certificate required and must be renewed every three years

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
Minimum of 18 years of age
Previous food service experience
Current food safety training certificate required and must be renewed every three years
Ability to read and speak English and Spanish preferred
Ability to understand and follow instructions in both English and Spanish preferred
Ability to effectively present and receive information and respond to questions in one-on-one and small group situations with managers, customers and the general public
Excellent interpersonal skills
Basic math and numeral recognition
Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
Ability to use department equipment properly
Possess adequate knife handling skills
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Takes responsibility for own actions
Ability to work scheduled hours and days, including holidays and weekends

Job Duties

Attend to customers' requests promptly for department food products
Properly handle, display and dispense food
Weigh and/or measure proper portions of food in appropriate containers
Accurately process and accept payment for goods sold in the department
Ensure all standards of cleanliness are maintained, including the use of gloves and hair net
Ensure safety measures are taken when handling or carrying hot trays of food
Maintain awareness of floor conditions and ensure safety measures protect customers, vendors, and employees
Restock displays of food as needed and retrieve food from back room, kitchen, and cooler
Restock containers, bags, utensils as needed
Sweep and/or mop floor as needed
Wipe countertops, cooking areas and display cases as needed
Maintain sanitary work area to keep food safe from contamination
Wash, sanitize, and store department utensils and equipment properly
Follow department procedures for federal, state and company health, safety, and sanitation codes
Report accidents promptly according to company procedures
Attend and participate in departmental and store meetings
Maintain punctuality and good attendance according to company policies
Perform other related duties as required to accomplish job objectives
Assist in cafeteria or bakery area as needed
Assist in kitchen when needed
Assist with supply orders and notify manager when supplies are low
Add or change paper or ink cartridges in registers, printers or other equipment