Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.90 - $22.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedules
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Cardenas Markets is a well-established grocery store chain known for its commitment to quality customer service, community engagement, and employee growth. As a company, Cardenas Markets values integrity, respect, and collaboration, which defines not just how employees work but also the company culture as a whole. The organization is driven by a team of smart, motivated individuals who are united by a common purpose: to serve one another and their customers with excellence and dedication. This inclusive and supportive work environment encourages employees to bring their unique energy and perspectives, enabling professional, personal, and financial growth. Employees have opportunities to develop their skills while contributing positively to the communities Cardenas Markets serves. Cardenas Markets strongly believes in nurturing its workforce and fostering a culture of mutual respect and growth, which makes it a rewarding place to work.

The position of Kitchen Clerk is essential in maintaining the high standards of customer service and operational excellence at Cardenas Markets. This role involves delivering top-notch service in a retail environment by being a representative of the company's core values. The Kitchen Clerk interacts directly with customers, addressing their questions and concerns in a friendly and professional manner. Beyond customer service, this role includes organizing product displays, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met. The Kitchen Clerk assists cooks with preparing specific dishes, replenishes front counter utensils and supplies, and operates various kitchen equipment including mixers, blenders, and heat sources. The role demands multitasking abilities, attentiveness to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting the overall kitchen team. This position offers an hourly pay range from $16.90 to $22.40, reflecting various factors such as skills, experience, and education. The Kitchen Clerk role is not only a job but a stepping stone for individuals looking to grow within a dynamic grocery retail environment that values teamwork, quality, and service excellence.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift
  • Previous experience in food service or retail valued
  • Must have a valid Food Handlers Card
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
  • Willingness to follow safety and sanitation protocols

Job Qualifications

  • Valid Food Handlers Card
  • Customer service and retail experience desirable
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Job Duties

  • Greet and interact with customers to address questions or concerns in a friendly, service-oriented manner
  • Organize products in display case and tables while ensuring fully-stocked cases
  • Maintain standards for quality, cleanliness, organization, customer service, safety, loss prevention, sanitation, department conditions, and food safety
  • Assist the cooks with making specific dishes
  • Fill and re-stock front counter utensils, water sanitizer, vegetables, and drinks
  • Work with various professional kitchen equipment, including heat sources, mixers, and blenders
  • Take food orders in person and by telephone
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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