Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Plan
quarterly bonuses
Store discount
Additional wage incentive
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Boise Co-op is a community-focused grocery store that prides itself on offering high-quality, sustainable, and locally sourced products to its customers. Established with a commitment to supporting local farmers and suppliers, the Co-op operates with a cooperative business model where members and employees work collaboratively to create a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience. The company values environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and fostering strong community connections. With a dynamic team working across various departments, Boise Co-op continually strives to promote healthy living through excellent service and fresh, responsibly sourced food items.
As a Deli Lead, Back of the House at Boise Co-op, you will play a crucial role in managing kitchen operations efficiently. This position involves leading and motivating a team of kitchen staff to ensure the production of high-quality deli products while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and continuous support to enable your team to perform at their best in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for training new employees, scheduling labor to meet daily production needs, managing inventory and waste, ordering supplies, and maintaining open communication with your team through various channels including meetings, emails, and digital tools like Microsoft Teams.
In this leadership role, you will also help implement new kitchen processes and products to keep operations consistent across shifts. Your organizational skills and ability to multitask will ensure smooth workflow and problem-solving during busy periods. Boise Co-op offers a lively kitchen environment where teamwork, collaboration, and positivity are key to success. The position requires physical activity such as standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and using step stools or ladders as necessary, which keeps the work engaging and dynamic.
Boise Co-op supports its employees not only through a great work atmosphere but also with competitive benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, quarterly bonuses, and a unique store discount plus an additional wage incentive of $0.60 per hour that can be spent in-store. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who is passionate about food safety, quality, and leadership, looking to grow their career while making a positive impact in the community. The Co-op is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful workplace for all team members. Join Boise Co-op today and contribute to a supportive environment where great food and great leadership go hand in hand.
As a Deli Lead, Back of the House at Boise Co-op, you will play a crucial role in managing kitchen operations efficiently. This position involves leading and motivating a team of kitchen staff to ensure the production of high-quality deli products while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and continuous support to enable your team to perform at their best in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for training new employees, scheduling labor to meet daily production needs, managing inventory and waste, ordering supplies, and maintaining open communication with your team through various channels including meetings, emails, and digital tools like Microsoft Teams.
In this leadership role, you will also help implement new kitchen processes and products to keep operations consistent across shifts. Your organizational skills and ability to multitask will ensure smooth workflow and problem-solving during busy periods. Boise Co-op offers a lively kitchen environment where teamwork, collaboration, and positivity are key to success. The position requires physical activity such as standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and using step stools or ladders as necessary, which keeps the work engaging and dynamic.
Boise Co-op supports its employees not only through a great work atmosphere but also with competitive benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, quarterly bonuses, and a unique store discount plus an additional wage incentive of $0.60 per hour that can be spent in-store. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who is passionate about food safety, quality, and leadership, looking to grow their career while making a positive impact in the community. The Co-op is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful workplace for all team members. Join Boise Co-op today and contribute to a supportive environment where great food and great leadership go hand in hand.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- valid Food Handler's Card
- knife safety knowledge preferred
- ServSafe certification preferred
- previous service industry or kitchen leadership experience encouraged
- strong communication skills
- ability to multitask in a busy kitchen environment
- proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams
- physically able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- willingness to use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- valid Food Handler's Card
- knife safety knowledge and ServSafe certification preferred
- previous service industry or kitchen leadership experience encouraged
- strong communication skills
- proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital tools like Teams
- ability to coach, motivate, and hold staff accountable with positivity
- committed to food safety, efficiency, and teamwork
Job Duties
- Train and coach staff on kitchen procedures, recipes, and safety practices
- plan for sales and schedule labor to meet daily production needs
- reduce waste through accurate inventory, proper rotation, and shrink reporting
- order products ensuring deliveries are accurate and stored properly
- monitor food safety and sanitation standards for full compliance
- communicate daily with the team through meetings, email, and Microsoft Teams
- support new processes and products to maintain consistency across shifts
- assist with staffing, workflow, and problem-solving to keep operations on track
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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