Focaccia / Sandwich Maker

Job Description

Job Description

The Focaccia / Sandwich maker is responsible for preparing, slicing, packaging, and serving products in accordance with Affogato Caffe standards. This position also helps maintain a clean, organized, safe, and sanitary work environment and assists with the daily operation of the coffee shop.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Slice deli meats and cheeses according to customer specifications.
• Prepare sandwiches, prepared foods, platters, catering orders, and other specialty orders as assigned.
• Safely operate slicers, knives, cutting tools, and other department equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.
• Maintain Affogato Caffe standards for product quality, freshness, presentation, and cleanliness.
• Monitor products for freshness, proper temperature, quality, and appearance.
• Restock deli cases, displays, workstations, packaging supplies, and other department items as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized counters, equipment, floors, refrigerators, display cases, and work areas throughout the shift.
• Properly wrap, label, store, and refrigerate meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and other products at the end of the day.
• Assist with opening and/or closing procedures as scheduled.
• Assist with catering orders, grocery orders, and deliveries when required.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and other departments to ensure efficient store operations.
• Follow company policies regarding uniforms, personal hygiene, food safety, attendance, and workplace conduct.
• Maintain appropriate professional interaction with customers and coworkers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the owner

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or walk for the majority of the scheduled shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull while performing regular job duties.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 20 pounds , with heavier lifting as needed with assistance.
• Ability to safely operate deli equipment and work around knives, slicers, hot equipment, refrigerated areas, and food-preparation surfaces.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements associated with slicing, cutting, packaging, and food preparation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to operation of deli slicing and cutting equipment.
• Friendly, dependable, and customer-service oriented.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to accurately read, write, and prepare customer orders.
• Ability to follow instructions and established recipes, procedures, and food-safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Must maintain dependable attendance and arrive ready to work at the scheduled start time.
• Must comply with company policies regarding personal cell phone use while working.
• Previous deli, food-service, grocery, or customer-service experience is preferred but not required.

Food Safety & Cleanliness

Responsible for maintaining a sanitary food-preparation environment. This includes proper handwashing, glove use, cleaning and sanitizing equipment and surfaces, preventing cross-contamination, properly storing food, and following all applicable company and health department requirements.