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Hy-Vee

Hy-Chi Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Paid holidays
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Hy-Vee is a prominent employee-owned supermarket chain known for its strong community commitment and excellent customer service. Established in the Midwest, Hy-Vee operates numerous stores offering a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, meats, bakery items, and prepared foods. With a reputation for quality and friendly service, Hy-Vee prides itself on creating a welcoming shopping environment supported by dedicated and engaged employees. The company culture emphasizes teamwork, growth, and professionalism, making it a preferred employer in the retail grocery sector.

The Hy-Chi Department Cook position is a vital role within Hy-Vee's Hy-Chi department, focusing on the preparation of vari... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly
  • Capacity to see clearly at more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet, with or without correction
  • Color vision necessary
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with noise, temperature extremes, and exposure to cleaning solvents
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to follow detailed but uninvolved written or verbal instructions
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions
  • Ability to write identifying information and request supplies orally or in writing
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Physical ability to perform demanding tasks such as lifting, balancing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, and repetitive motions

Job Duties

  • Provide prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all customer interactions
  • Smile and greet customers in a friendly manner in the department and throughout the store
  • Make an effort to learn customers’ names and address them by name when possible
  • Assist customers by escorting them to products, securing items, loading heavy items, noting customer suggestions, and enhancing their shopping experience
  • Answer the telephone promptly and provide helpful service to callers
  • Collaborate with co-workers to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
  • Clean woks, heat to proper temperature, and add oil for cooking
  • Cook soups followed by meats
  • Prepare vegetables and sauces by adding spices and other ingredients
  • Combine ingredients with meat for cooking
  • Monitor hot food cases and refill as necessary
  • Order products and supplies or notify department head of needs
  • Clean work area at the end of shift
  • Fill cold cases with fresh-made food
  • Prepare items for the next day including freezing meats
  • Understand all aspects of the Hy-Chi kitchen
  • Maintain strict adherence to hygiene and dress guidelines
  • Follow company policies and store guidelines
  • Report to work as scheduled and on time
  • Check rice as time permits
  • Take customer orders at Hy-Chi department counter when needed
  • Assist in other store areas as necessary
  • Perform other job related duties and special projects as required

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Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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