Café Associate

Café AssociateThe Café Associate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service, prepares made-to-order smoothies, juices and coffee beverages, prepares sandwiches and wraps, assists customers with prepared foods selections, slices deli meats and cheeses, ensures a clean and sanitary workspace and completes other duties as assigned to support Café operations.Provides outstanding customer service at all times.Focuses strongly on customer service and provides relevant information on all products to customers.Prepares coffee, specialty coffee drinks, fresh smoothies, juices, wraps and sandwiches.Assists customers with prepared foods selections.Prepares and cuts fruit and vegetables for smoothies, juices, etc.Ensures safe temperatures and dating standards are maintained.Slices deli meats and cheeses.Ensures coolers and displays are properly signed, priced, and stocked at all times.Completes customer transactions at register.Cleans and inspects equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness and sanitary operation.Removes trash and recyclables promptly.Follows all standard procedures, including opening and closing process checklists.Other duties as assigned.RequirementsFood service experience strongly preferred.High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.Experience in retail, grocery, natural products preferred.Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team while being able to work independently without constant supervision and direction.Readily adaptable to evolving co-op needs or in response to feedback.Keen attention to detail and overall condition of products and department.Ability to follow and complete task checklists and fully carry-out instruction.Must have flexible availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays to align with store needs.Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.Ability to lift 50 lbs from floor.Ability to twist, turn, bend, reach and perform repetitive motions.Due to the structure of the facility, must be able to climb stairs multiple times per day.Majority of time is spent in Café for up to 8 hours, which requires physical activity (i.e., prolonged standing, walking, standing, crouching, bending, lifting).