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PT Market Grille Express Cook - 1pm-7pm

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
401(k) Plan
Career development opportunities
flexible schedule
team environment

Job Description

Hy-Vee is a dynamic and community-focused grocery store chain known for its commitment to customer satisfaction, quality products, and employee engagement. With a reputation built on the promise of "a helpful smile in every aisle," Hy-Vee emphasizes not only excellent service but also the importance of a supportive work environment where team members feel valued and empowered. This company takes pride in fostering a professional and growth-oriented culture, encouraging employees to develop their skills and advance within the organization while delivering exceptional customer experiences. The Market Grille Express department is a vital part of Hy-Vee, providing customers with convenient and freshly prepared food options. It operates as a bustling hub within the store, focused on efficiency, food safety, and customer engagement. As a Market Grille Express Clerk, you will play an essential role in maintaining the high standards of service and product quality that customers expect from Hy-Vee. Your position ensures that every customer interaction is handled with friendliness, care, and professionalism. This role is non-exempt and involves working overnight shifts, suited for individuals aged 18 and older. The role requires an individual who is attentive to detail, capable of handling food safely, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $16.00 to $20.00 depending on experience, reflecting Hy-Vee's commitment to fair compensation for its hardworking team members.

In your capacity as a Market Grille Express Clerk, you will be responsible for delivering prompt and friendly customer service, responding to customer inquiries, and managing customer orders both in-person and over the phone. You will work closely with other team members to keep the Market Grille Express running smoothly, ensuring that all products are fresh, well prepared, and displayed attractively. Your duties will include checking inventory levels, replenishing supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment at all times. You will actively participate in creating a welcoming atmosphere by learning customers’ names, greeting them warmly, assisting them with locating products, and accommodating special requests to improve their shopping experience.

This role demands strong interpersonal skills, a results-oriented mindset, and a professional attitude. You will play a key role in supporting Hy-Vee’s brand promise by embodying core competencies such as customer focus, growth mindset, partnerships, and professionalism. By adhering to company guidelines and safety standards, you will contribute to both your own success and the overall efficiency of the Market Grille Express department. Additionally, you will have daily contact with the public and various regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with food safety practices and maintaining the store's welcoming reputation.

Working conditions include exposure to noise, temperature variations, and potential hazards typical in a kitchen and retail environment. The role requires physical activity such as lifting, climbing, and repetitive motions, making it suitable for individuals who can perform medium work tasks. This challenging but rewarding position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive corporate culture that values teamwork and employee development. If you are enthusiastic, customer-oriented, and ready for a role that combines fast-paced service with meaningful interaction, Hy-Vee’s Market Grille Express Clerk position invites your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, reflecting Hy-Vee’s dedication to a safe and reliable workforce.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • able to work overnight shifts
  • capable of performing medium work requiring lifting up to 50 pounds
  • able to perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
  • vision requirements including color vision, depth perception, and field of vision
  • must pass pre-employment drug screen

Job Qualifications

  • No specific education requirement
  • six months or less of related work experience
  • ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions
  • basic math skills including addition and subtraction
  • ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions
  • good communication skills
  • team player with customer service focus
  • professionalism and growth mindset

Job Duties

  • Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service
  • smiles and greets customers in a friendly manner
  • makes an effort to learn customers' names and address them by name
  • assists customers by escorting to products, securing out of reach items, loading/unloading heavy items, noting customer suggestions, performing tasks to enhance shopping experience
  • answers telephone promptly and provides helpful service
  • takes customer orders at the Market Grille counter
  • works with co-workers as a team to ensure satisfaction and pleasant work environment
  • reviews orders for the day
  • handles food safely and maintains clean work area
  • checks food freshness and maintains adequate supply
  • prepares and replenishes product
  • pulls product from cooler/freezer
  • checks in and puts away product, may review invoices
  • runs registers and handles payments
  • removes trash promptly
  • maintains hygiene and adheres to company policies
  • reports to work on time
  • washes dishes as necessary
  • orders product and supplies
  • prices products
  • delivers orders
  • assists in other store areas
  • performs other job-related duties and special projects as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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