Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.15 - $21.89
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Cardenas Markets is a well-established grocery store chain known for its commitment to community values, integrity, and collaboration. Founded with the mission to serve diverse communities with fresh, quality products, Cardenas Markets has grown into a trusted name offering a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, and prepared foods. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive work environment defined by respect and teamwork. At Cardenas Markets, the focus is not only on delivering excellent customer service but also on creating professional growth opportunities for all employees. The company invites individuals who bring energy and unique perspectives to join their team and grow professionally, personally, and financially. With a reputation for community involvement and employee support, Cardenas Markets is a place where team members can thrive alongside talented colleagues and make meaningful differences in their local communities.

The Kitchen Cook position at Cardenas Markets involves preparing and assembling a variety of food products for customers in a fast-paced setting. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to recipe specifications, and maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation. The Kitchen Cook will be responsible for handling meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other ingredients using various kitchen equipment like broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers. Additionally, the role demands excellent customer service skills as the individual will engage with customers, take food orders both in person and by telephone, and contribute to creating a positive dining experience. The position emphasizes following company policies related to labeling, portioning, storing baked goods, and complying with safety and loss prevention standards. Employees in this role act as ambassadors of the company’s core values by displaying integrity, respect, and collaboration in every task. The pay scale ranges from $19.15 to $21.89 per hour, reflecting the company's commitment to fair compensation based on skills, experience, and training. This opportunity is ideal for those with a passion for food preparation and customer service who are looking for career advancement in a supportive and dynamic retail environment.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shifts
  • Basic food preparation skills
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Job Qualifications

  • Valid Food Handlers Card
  • Customer service and retail experience desirable
  • Ability to build and maintain positive team relationships
  • Demonstrates care and compassion for people
  • Shows persistence and perseverance
  • Strong communication skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
  • Follow recipe specifications and portion food products according to company standards
  • Maintain standards for quality, cleanliness, organization, customer service, safety, loss prevention, sanitation, store conditions, and food safety
  • Fill and re-stock front counter utensils, water sanitizer, vegetables, and drinks
  • Ensure all prepared food items are weighed, labeled, dated, packaged, and rotated according to company standards
  • 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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