Cafe Associate at Walmart in Lakeland, Florida

Job Title

$17.00 - $25.00/hr* Full time Shifts may vary

Position Summary

What you'll do...

• Be a Team Member: Maintains up-to date knowledge of product specifications related to prepared food merchandise; collaborating with cross functional teams and helping educate other associates on tools, tasks and resources; communicating effectively with the members of the team; and being flexible to the needs of the business to work in other areas.
• Be an Expert: Prepares food according to item specifications; understanding and planning the future productions and mass productions; preparing for seasonality; adhering to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, cold chain compliance, inventory management; operating, maintaining, and sanitizing equipment; and demonstrating an understanding of product and layout execution.
• Be a Techie: Leverages digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; utilizing hand held technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, ordering merchandise, receiving club pick up orders, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapting to new tools and encouraging others to use them.
• Be an Owner: Drives the performance of the area; stocking and rotating merchandise; ensuring quality and date control standards; eliminating waste; providing member service by acknowledging the member and identifying member's needs; assisting members with purchasing decisions; payment types; locating merchandise; and resolving member issues and concerns.
• Be a Talent Ambassador: Being a brand advocate; developing, influencing and inspiring others for working in a style that is respectful, supportive and team oriented; understanding the roadblocks and assisting in training them.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.
• Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet! -Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage -Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance -Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see - Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at

Minimum Qualifications: I acknowledge that the position for which I am applying requires me to successfully complete all job required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if I receive the position. Must be 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications: Food Safety Certification., Food Service Food Handler Certification (Food Safety)

Primary Location: 4600 US HIGHWAY 98 N, LAKELAND, FL 33809-3603, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Explore our benefits Club membership No cost to you As a Sam's Club associate, you're eligible to enjoy a complimentary Sam's Club Membership, which includes access to exclusive pricing, savings events and access to a wide range of products and services, both in-store and online, plus a 10% discount on fresh fruits and veggies.

Live Better U 100% covered Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Clear Pathways Grow your skills Sam's Club has invested in the next generation of talent through in-house training programs and community-based organizations that cultivate opportunities for everyone.

Financial perks Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans Paid time off Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more Comprehensive health benefits Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family Wellbeing programs Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challenges Career growth opportunities Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance

That's just the beginning. We offer more perks specificto your work location and role. Learn about our benefits Life at Sam's club At Sam's Club, we foster a culture of teamwork, growth, and innovation. Here, associates are empowered to take initiative, solve problems, and contribute to a shared mission of delivering exceptional service and value to our members. We believe in supporting each other like family, creating an environment where everyone's voice is heard and respected. Collaboration is at the core of everything we do. Whether it's working together in the club or brainstorming new ideas in the corporate office. We're committed to your development, offering continuous learning opportunities and celebrating the unique skills each associate brings. At Sam's Club, your work makes an impact every day, and we're excited to have you as part of our community.