Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,600.00 - $69,900.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
20% team member discount
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
health savings accounts
flexible spending arrangements
Company-funded disability insurance
Company-funded life insurance
Employee assistance program
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
sick leave
Reduced cost ORCA Card program
Education support
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Metropolitan Market, LLC is a well-established gourmet grocery chain renowned for its commitment to offering high-quality fresh foods, exceptional customer service, and a uniquely curated shopping experience. As a premium provider in the food retail industry, Metropolitan Market distinguishes itself by focusing on fresh and prepared foods, fostering a vibrant marketplace for discerning customers who seek quality and excellence. Metropolitan Market operates multiple stores and prides itself on its knowledgeable teams and dedication to community involvement, sustainability, and innovation within the food sector.
This full-time position is an exciting career opportunity within the Prepared Foods Department, one of the c... Show More
This full-time position is an exciting career opportunity within the Prepared Foods Department, one of the c... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum two years chef, sous chef, or direct kitchen management experience
- One year supervisory experience in food service preferred
- Minimum three years customer service experience
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of food safety and HACCP
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to lead and train a team
- Valid Washington State Food Workers Card
- Successful background and reference checks
Job Qualifications
- Minimum two years chef, sous chef, or kitchen management experience
- One year supervisory experience of five or more employees preferred
- Minimum three years customer service experience
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency
- High level of self-motivation and initiative
- Proven ability to impact sales generation and manage expenses
- Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, Department of Health guidelines, inventory, and portion control
- Experience with gross profit and labor management
- Effective merchandising and display skills
- Comprehensive product knowledge and ability to train employees
- Strong culinary knowledge including cooking terms and procedures
- Effective leadership and team collaboration skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Interest in learning and passion for food
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Job Duties
- Assist the Prepared Foods Team Leader and Assistant Team Leader with product displays to create an exciting marketplace
- Ensure proficiency in production tasks with adherence to food preparation guidelines and recipe programs
- Guarantee consistency, quality, freshness, portion control, and proper labeling of prepared foods
- Effectively order products necessary for production and maintain inventory levels to promote sales merchandising
- Demonstrate inventory control to minimize unnecessary costs and effectively interact with vendors
- Manage stocking standards including rotation and cleaning procedures
- Determine daily projects and activities for production employees and ensure completion
- Lead and participate in product promotions and focuses
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation requirements and train team members on HACCP and Department of Health provisions
- Provide performance feedback, coaching, and counseling to team members
- Conduct physical inventory periodically
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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