
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Military leave
Adoption assistance
401(k)
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid jury duty
Paid sick time
Vision Insurance
Parental leave
Life insurance
Family leave
Job Description
Sam's Club is a leading membership-only retail warehouse club known for offering a wide range of quality products, from groceries and fresh foods to electronics and household goods, at competitive prices. With a nationwide presence and a commitment to member satisfaction, Sam's Club serves millions of members by providing exceptional value through bulk purchasing and convenience. The organization values teamwork, integrity, and innovation, fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment for its associates. This particular position is based at the Sam's Club location in Saint Cloud, MN, and is designed for individuals who are passionate about food service and customer interaction, working in a fast-paced but rewarding retail environment.
The role of a Prepared Meal and Rotisserie Chicken Associate is essential in maintaining the quality and availability of fresh food offerings within the club. This position focuses on preparing fresh meals daily, following specific recipes to ensure consistency and quality, including the preparation and serving of warm rotisserie chicken. The associate is responsible for wrapping, labeling, and storing merchandise correctly to guarantee the freshness and safety of food items. In addition to food preparation, the associate plays a key role in assisting members with bakery orders, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and contributing to an overall positive shopping experience. Effective communication and the ability to adapt quickly to varying situations are critical in this role.
As part of the team, associates are expected to ensure the prepared foods area is well-stocked, clean, and adherent to safety and sanitation standards, including temperature control and expiration date verification. The role also involves using digital tools to monitor production, inventory, and product quality, enabling associates to make informed, immediate decisions for the benefit of the members. Candidates should have a passion for fresh food, prioritize member satisfaction, and demonstrate problem-solving skills to handle challenges proactively. Sam's Club offers competitive wages ranging from $17.00 to $25.00 per hour, along with performance-based bonus awards and comprehensive benefits. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial plans such as 401(k), stock purchase options, paid time off, and other supportive benefits designed to foster a healthy work-life balance and professional growth.
The company also offers the Live Better U education program, which fully covers tuition, books, and fees for a variety of educational programs for both full-time and part-time associates. This position requires individuals to comply with company policies, ethics standards, and safety regulations, including drug-free workplace policies. Overall, this role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality fresh food products, providing excellent customer service, and being part of a community-focused retail team committed to enhancing member experience and operational excellence.
The role of a Prepared Meal and Rotisserie Chicken Associate is essential in maintaining the quality and availability of fresh food offerings within the club. This position focuses on preparing fresh meals daily, following specific recipes to ensure consistency and quality, including the preparation and serving of warm rotisserie chicken. The associate is responsible for wrapping, labeling, and storing merchandise correctly to guarantee the freshness and safety of food items. In addition to food preparation, the associate plays a key role in assisting members with bakery orders, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and contributing to an overall positive shopping experience. Effective communication and the ability to adapt quickly to varying situations are critical in this role.
As part of the team, associates are expected to ensure the prepared foods area is well-stocked, clean, and adherent to safety and sanitation standards, including temperature control and expiration date verification. The role also involves using digital tools to monitor production, inventory, and product quality, enabling associates to make informed, immediate decisions for the benefit of the members. Candidates should have a passion for fresh food, prioritize member satisfaction, and demonstrate problem-solving skills to handle challenges proactively. Sam's Club offers competitive wages ranging from $17.00 to $25.00 per hour, along with performance-based bonus awards and comprehensive benefits. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial plans such as 401(k), stock purchase options, paid time off, and other supportive benefits designed to foster a healthy work-life balance and professional growth.
The company also offers the Live Better U education program, which fully covers tuition, books, and fees for a variety of educational programs for both full-time and part-time associates. This position requires individuals to comply with company policies, ethics standards, and safety regulations, including drug-free workplace policies. Overall, this role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality fresh food products, providing excellent customer service, and being part of a community-focused retail team committed to enhancing member experience and operational excellence.
Job Requirements
- must be 18 years of age or older
- ability to follow recipes and prepare food according to specifications
- knowledge of sanitation and safety standards
- ability to work flexible hours
- physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
- successful completion of job required trainings and assessments within prescribed time
- willingness to comply with drug-free workplace policies
Job Qualifications
- passion for and experience with fresh food
- strong member satisfaction focus
- effective communication skills
- ability to adapt to different work scenarios
- knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation guidelines
- ability to operate and maintain equipment
- familiarity with inventory management
- teamwork and collaboration skills
- basic digital literacy
Job Duties
- ensuring high-quality products are available in our prepared foods area
- ensuring shelves are clean, maintaining temperature control, verifying expiration dates, and disposing of lesser-quality food products
- preparing and serving ready-to-eat food
- maintaining the sales floor in accordance with company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns, zoning the area, arranging and organizing merchandise, and identifying shrink and damages
- maintaining a clean, sanitized, and member-ready area
- collaborating with cross functional teams and helping educate other associates on tools, tasks and resources
- utilizing handheld technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training, and product quality with the member in mind
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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