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Pick & Prep Chef

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
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Lowes Foods is a renowned grocery retail company known for its commitment to providing Fresh, Healthy, Seasonal, and Local products to customers with a focus on quality, guest service, and community engagement. As a leading supermarket chain, Lowes Foods offers a diverse range of food products and services designed to meet the needs of a wide variety of customers. Their dedicated teams work passionately to ensure an enjoyable shopping experience by maintaining high standards in product quality, operational excellence, and customer interaction. With a culture that emphasizes friendliness, collaboration, and a passion for superior service, Lowes Foods is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for both guests and employees alike.

The Pick & Prep team member at Lowes Foods plays a vital role in enhancing the shopping experience by preparing products and engaging guests in a sensory, interactive manner. This position requires operating at or above company standards to provide exceptional product preparation services that highlight the unique qualities of each item. The role involves actively engaging guests through product preparation, lively demonstrations, and suggestive selling to promote and educate about the department's offerings. Employees are expected to demonstrate knife showmanship skills that capture guests' attention and convey the quality and benefits of Fresh, Healthy, Seasonal, and Local products. Maintaining the Pick & Prep area according to strict merchandising and operational standards is critical, including ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met consistently.

Team members also play a key role in inventory management by handling product receiving, ordering, stocking, and merchandising duties. They contribute to the department's overall success by providing excellent guest services, including making PA announcements and assisting in various other tasks assigned by management. Physical demands of the position include lifting, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods, all while maintaining a friendly and outgoing demeanor. This position suits individuals who enjoy interacting with customers, working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for food and service excellence. This employment type is typically full-time or part-time based on store needs, with compensation structured to meet industry standards.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs consistently and 50 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods
  • Ability to read and understand information and direction
  • Ability to effectively communicate and take direction from supervision
  • Knowledge of Pick & Prep operations
  • Willingness to have fun with guests

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly, outgoing personality
  • Ability to actively engage guests
  • Strong communication, guest service and selling skills
  • Knowledge of Pick & Prep operations
  • Ability to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements including knife skills
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Ability to read and understand instructions
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to work with computers and scales
  • Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods

Job Duties

  • Actively engage guests through product preparation and active sampling
  • Demonstrate knife showmanship skills
  • Operate Pick & Prep area according to merchandising and operational standards
  • Ensure quality of product meets company standards
  • Maintain sanitation and safety throughout the department
  • Perform product preparation, receiving, ordering, stocking, merchandising and guest service tasks
  • Make PA announcements
  • Perform duties as assigned by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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