Service Temp Staff

The hiring establishment is a professional deli department within a grocery or food retail environment that specializes in providing high-quality, fresh, and organic deli products to customers. This department values exceptional customer service, food safety, and maintaining the integrity of organic and specialty foods including wheat-free and vegan items. The deli operates with a temporary schedule effective through September 5th, 2026, offering both full-time and part-time employment options, with a typical schedule involving early morning and mid-day shifts and involving about 22.5 working hours per week for the position described. Wages start at $18.57 per hour and progressively increase based on hours worked, reflecting a pay scale that rewards continued employment and experience.

This position involves a broad range of food preparation and customer service tasks that are essential to the smooth functioning and success of the deli. Responsibilities include greeting customers in a friendly and courteous manner, offering product tastes and samples, and making product suggestions to enhance customer experience. Staff in this role are expected to follow strict recipes and procedures to ensure organic product integrity and maintain standards for special diet products. The role requires knowledge of preparing, storing, and packaging items, especially those that are wheat-free or vegan, ensuring freshness through product rotation and proper handling. Employees also prepare hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, wok bowls, pizzas, and other menu items according to specifications.

The position additionally involves cashier duties such as operating a cash register and balancing the cash drawer, along with maintaining the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the work area according to health regulations. This includes dishwashing, trash removal, spill clean-up, floor sweeping and mopping, and following safety protocols diligently. Other tasks include inventory participation, equipment maintenance reporting, labeling and signage of products, and fulfilling additional assignments from shift leads or management.

Work schedules can be subject to change to accommodate department needs, with mandatory attendance at meetings. This role demands physical abilities such as lifting up to 25 pounds frequently, standing for extended periods, and working in cold storage environments. Mental and psychological demands include comprehension and retention of directions, basic reading and writing skills, effective communication with customers and coworkers, decision-making abilities using problem-solving techniques, and multitasking skills.

Ideal candidates will have prior food service experience, preferably in a deli, restaurant, or catering business, and a genuine interest in natural foods. The position requires employees to be at least 18 years old due to the operation of certain kitchen equipment. The role encourages a team-oriented environment to ensure customer satisfaction and departmental efficiency. Overall, this opportunity is well-suited for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, customer-focused food preparation setting and who value quality, health-conscious food products.