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Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.00
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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-based warehouse club, part of the Walmart family of companies, dedicated to delivering high-quality products at great value for its members. Established with a focus on bulk purchasing and providing a diverse range of goods, Sam's Club operates across the United States offering everything from fresh food to electronics and household items. The company emphasizes member satisfaction, innovation, and operational excellence, creating a shopping environment that is both efficient and member-centric. With a strong commitment to community engagement, employee development, and sustainability, Sam's Club continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of its customers and associates alike.

The position of Prepared Meal and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club is a dynamic and rewarding role that involves preparing fresh food items daily by following specific recipes to ensure quality and consistency. This role is essential to maintaining the high standards of food safety and freshness that members expect. Associates in this position are responsible not only for cooking and serving ready-to-eat meals such as rotisserie chicken but also for properly wrapping, labeling, and storing merchandise to ensure that products remain fresh and appealing for members to take home. This job requires a strong passion for fresh food, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Associates will collaborate with the broader team, maintaining clean and sanitized work areas and ensuring all food safety and sanitation guidelines are met. This includes monitoring temperature controls, verifying expiration dates, and disposing of products that do not meet quality standards. The role extends beyond food preparation; associates act as ambassadors of the department, supporting member satisfaction by providing attentive service and helping with bakery orders when needed.

Sam's Club offers competitive pay ranging from $17.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience and location, with additional premiums that may increase pay based on schedule, facility, and specific work performed. The company also provides performance-based bonus awards, comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, and a variety of financial and paid time off benefits. Employees have access to career development through the Live Better U education program, which covers costs for educational pursuits from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees and more.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy food service, and are eager to contribute to a team culture that prioritizes quality, cleanliness, and member experience. The Prepared Meal and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club is not just a food preparer but a critical contributor to creating positive shopping experiences that help families enjoy great meals at home. The role requires adaptability, a problem-solving mindset, and a commitment to upholding Sam's Club’s standards and values, making it a great entry or growth opportunity within the food service and retail industry.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to complete all required job trainings and assessments within prescribed time
  • Food Service experience preferred
  • Food Handler Certification (Food Safety) preferred
  • Ability to stand and move for extended periods
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Flexible to work varying shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Willingness to comply with company policies and procedures including drug-free workplace policy
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and safety.

Job Qualifications

  • Passion for and experience with fresh food
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation guidelines
  • Ability to follow recipes and prepare food items consistently
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Effective communication and team collaboration
  • Experience with inventory management and temperature control
  • Ability to operate and maintain food preparation equipment
  • Comfortable adapting to new digital tools and technology
  • Customer service orientation
  • Basic understanding of nutrition and food handling.

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 educating other associates on tools, tasks, and resources
  • Utilizing digital tools to improve sales and associate engagement
  • Driving the performance of the area including stocking, rotating merchandise, and eliminating waste
  • Assisting customers according to company policies and procedures
  • Executing food preparation according to item specifications and adhering to food safety standards
  • Operating, maintaining, and sanitizing equipment
  • Being an advocate for the department and modeling high-quality service and products
  • Complying with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity
  • Completing tasks and priorities by collaborating with managers, coworkers, and customers
  • Communicating progress and recommending improvements.

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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