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Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.00 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
stock purchase plan
Company-paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
short-term disability
long-term disability
Company Discounts
Military Leave Pay
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Tuition Assistance

Job Description

Sam's Club, a leading membership-only warehouse club operator, is committed to providing its members with high-quality products and exceptional service. As a subsidiary of Walmart, Sam's Club leverages the strength of a global retail giant while maintaining a focus on local member needs. The company operates numerous warehouse clubs across the United States, offering a wide variety of merchandise including fresh produce, prepared foods, electronics, home goods, and more. Sam's Club is dedicated to innovation, continuous improvement, and creating a positive shopping experience that adds value for its members. The company encourages teamwork, employee development, and a commitment to community involvement. The work environment fosters inclusivity, safety, and respect for all employees and customers.

The role of Prepared Meal and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club is essential to the fresh food department. This position centers on preparing high-quality fresh food items daily, focusing on rotisserie chicken and other prepared foods that are always ready and warm for members. Associates are expected to follow specific recipes to ensure consistent product quality and presentation. Their responsibilities extend to properly wrapping, labeling, and storing prepared food items, ensuring freshness and safety. The associate plays a crucial role in maintaining the sales floor by cleaning, zoning, organizing merchandise, and monitoring temperature controls to comply with food safety standards. They verify expiration dates and responsibly dispose of lesser-quality food products to maintain the department's high standards.

In this dynamic position, associates will interact directly with members, assisting with bakery orders and providing a friendly, helpful shopping experience that makes a positive impression. Associates are encouraged to be adaptable, managing several tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing customer satisfaction. The position demands a passion for fresh food preparation, solution-oriented thinking for overcoming challenges, and the ability to embrace change and learning.

Sam's Club offers competitive pay ranging from $18.00 to $26.00 per hour, with additional compensation through performance-based incentives, premiums for specific circumstances, and comprehensive benefits. The company supports employee growth with programs such as Live Better U, which funds education from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, financial benefits like 401(k) and stock purchase plans, and other valuable perks designed to support the overall well-being of associates.

This role is perfect for individuals who take pride in food quality, customer service, and teamwork. The position fosters a sense of ownership through managing inventory, maintaining food safety, utilizing digital tools for productivity, and driving department performance. Employees become advocates for the brand and contribute to an exceptional member experience. Sam's Club strives to create an environment where associates feel valued, empowered, and motivated to deliver excellent service and fresh, delicious food every day.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to complete all job-required trainings and assessments within prescribed time period
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to business needs
  • Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction and food quality
  • Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment

Job Qualifications

  • Relevant experience in fresh food preparation
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow recipes and production plans
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Adaptability to work in different scenarios
  • Familiarity with digital tools and technology used in food preparation and sales
  • Food Handler Certification (preferred)
  • Prior experience in food service (preferred)

Job Duties

  • Ensuring high-quality products are available in 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 associates on tools, tasks, and resources
  • Utilizing digital tools to drive sales and improve the shopping experience
  • Managing inventory and rotating merchandise to ensure quality and date control standards
  • Assisting customers according to company policies and procedures
  • Adhering to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, and cold chain compliance

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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