Hot Food Clerk

Job TitleFood Servers in the Hot Foods DepartmentJob DescriptionFood Servers in the Hot Foods Department attend to customer requests for prepared food that is sold by the pound or individual servings and ensure customer satisfaction and excellent service.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPromptly attend to customers' requests for department food productsProperly handle, display and dispense foodWeigh and/or measure proper portions of food in appropriate container(s)Accurately process and accept payment for goods sold in the departmentEnsure all standards of cleanliness are maintained, including the use of gloves and hair netEnsure safety measures are taken upon oneself when handling or carrying hot trays of foodMaintain awareness of floor conditions; ensure all safety measures are taken to protect customers, vendors and employeesRestock displays of food as needed; retrieve food from back room, kitchen and coolerRestock containers, bags, utensils, etc., as neededSweep and/or mop floor as neededWipe countertops, cooking areas and display cases as neededMaintain all requirements for a sanitary work area to keep food safe from contamination; keep work area clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards; Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, knives, plates and other department utensils and equipment properlyFollow department procedures with all aspects of federal, state and company health, safety and sanitation codesReport all accidents promptly according to company proceduresAttend and participate in departmental and store meetingsPunctuality and good attendance in compliance with company policies; ensure work responsibilities are covered during foreseeable absencesPerforms other work-related duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the positionSecondary Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in Cafeteria or Bakery area as neededAssist in Kitchen when neededAssist with supply orders, notify manager when supplies are lowAdd or change paper or ink cartridge in registers, printer or other equipmentQualificationsMinimum Requirements - Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; minimum of 18 years of age, previous food service experience, and current food safety training certificate required which must be renewed every three (3) years.Competencies, Skills and/or QualificationsAbility to read and speak English and Spanish preferredAbility to understand and follow instructions in both English and Spanish preferredAbility to effectively present and receive information and respond to questions in one-on-one and small group situations with managers, customers (both internal and external) and the general publicExcellent interpersonal skillsBasic math, numeral recognitionAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram formAbility to use department equipment properly to accomplish essential duties of the positionPossess adequate knife handling skillsDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessTakes responsibility for own actionsAbility to work hours and days scheduled, including holidays and weekendsPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:Stand and walkUse fingers and hands to type, handle, or feelUse repetitive motion with hands and armsReach with hands and armsTalk and hearUse sense of smellClose vision and peripheral visionThe employee is frequently required to:Carry, lift and/or move necessary departmental supplies, food and equipmentPush and pull carts of necessary departmental supplies, food and equipmentStoop or bend at the waistTwist back and neckLift up to 40 poundsThe employee is occasionally required to:Crouch or bend at the kneesUse repetitive motion with hands and armsThe employee is rarely required to:Climb ladderBalanceSit