(USA) Prepared Food Lead

Pearland, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $21.00 - $29.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Job Description

Sam's Club is a leading membership warehouse club, offering a broad range of products including fresh foods, electronics, home goods, and more. Known for its commitment to value, quality, and customer satisfaction, Sam's Club operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc., serving millions of members across the United States. The company culture emphasizes respect, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for both associates and members. Sam's Club is dedicated to innovation and sustainability, striving to create positive impacts on the community and environment while delivering exceptional shopping experiences.

The Prepared Foods and Café Department Lead role at Sam's Club is integral to delivering on the promise of fresh, high-quality meals to members at great value. This leadership position is responsible for managing and inspiring a team of hourly associates who prepare and serve a variety of foods, including Café items, rotisserie offerings, and other prepared dishes. The role demands expertise in food production, team supervision, and operational excellence. The lead must maintain compliance with all company and regulatory standards related to food quality, safety, sanitation, inventory, and equipment use. Leadership responsibilities extend to recruiting, training, and developing talent to ensure a skilled and enthusiastic team. This role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and third-party partners to align efforts with the overall business plan and club goals.

A key aspect of the role is leveraging technology to improve sales, production planning, and associate engagement. The department lead uses handheld devices and digital tools for real-time decision making and performance monitoring. They are expected to foster a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusivity, championing the Walmart values and creating an environment where all associates feel supported and empowered. Sam's Club offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $21.00 to $29.00 per hour, with additional premium pay options based on schedule or specific duties. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, financial planning assistance like 401(k) and stock purchase programs, paid time off, and educational opportunities through the Live Better U program. Overall, this role combines passion for food, leadership skills, and dedication to operational excellence to deliver superior customer and member experiences.

Job Requirements

Six months experience in a fresh production department or six months experience supervising a team
must be 18 years of age or older
successful completion of all required job training and assessments
willingness to adhere to company policies including a drug-free workplace policy
availability to work flexible hours as needed

Job Qualifications

Six months experience in a fresh production department or six months experience supervising a team
strong leadership skills
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
ability to use digital tools and technology
effective communication and interpersonal skills
ability to train and develop associates
problem-solving and decision-making abilities
commitment to operational excellence and compliance
customer service orientation
ability to collaborate with multiple teams and third-party partners

Job Duties

Supervise the team within all prepared foods departments including café, rotisserie, and prepared foods
facilitate rotations through different fresh areas and manage members needs to deliver on the business plan
communicate department goals and execute company programs
maintain in-depth knowledge of business floor and backroom operations
ensure prepared foods area meets company and regulatory standards for quality, inventory, production, sanitation, equipment usage, safety and compliance
manage seasonality in production and prioritize time between areas
collaborate with associates and third parties ensuring team has resources to perform effectively
share knowledge and train the team
leverage digital tools to plan for and drive sales and improve shopping experience
utilize handheld technology to make immediate business decisions
drive business results ensuring operational excellence
plan for profitability and maintain a neat, clean and safe work area
ensure appropriate staffing levels and maintain accurate audit and compliance standards
produce and display merchandise according to merchandise layout plan
engage with other departments and third-party partners to ensure operational continuity
teach and train the team by identifying training needs and developing skills
encourage career growth and source new talent
communicate and implement processes and practices to meet business needs
demonstrate and support compliance with company policies, procedures, ethics and integrity
lead and participate in teams
embrace differences and create an inclusive workplace
work as a team to build strong relationships
maintain and promote highest standards of integrity
deliver results putting customer first
make decisions based on reliable information
display curiosity, take risks and demonstrate resilience
drive continuous improvements and support others through change