Prep-Cook

Prep CookHealthy Living is a locally owned, independent chain of supermarkets serving communities in Vermont and New York. Our mission is to fuel a passion for great food, health, and well-being and be the place where people gather to shop, eat, and work. We are committed to providing super healthful, innovative, and delicious food while maintaining exceptional hospitality and creating an inviting place to shop and eat. We also prioritize our relationships with local farmers and producers, and actively contribute to our community.Our Prep Cooks are responsible for completing prep lists that aid in the preparation of a range of culinary delights from eclectic to classic that include vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and meat-loving options. These items are part of our hot bar, a la carte program, deli cases, as well as our "grab and go" case. Our Prep team is also responsible for cleanliness of the kitchen, and assists with ensuring a clean and well-stocked salad station, as necessary.Pay: $16.00 - $18.75 per hour (previous experience will be taken into consideration). This is a tipped position. Base pay is $16.00–$18.75 per hour, plus tips.Shift Availability: 11am-7:30pm Monday through Friday, weekend availability requiredLocation: 222 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VTRequirementsEDUCATIONHigh School Diploma/GED PreferredEXPERIENCEAt least 1 year of professional kitchen experience or other equivalent food industry experience.SKILLS & BEHAVIORSKnowledge of basic food productsStrong knife skillsAbility to meet strict deadlines; effective time-management skills; self-motivatedCreativity and passion for the product (loves food!)High energy and an ability to work in a demanding environmentSelf-management and an ability to remain calm under any stressful situationAbility to communicate with various types of people in various waysOrganizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAbility to follow instructions, systems and procedures and attention-to-detailApproachability; works effectively and relates well with othersProblem-solving abilities; resourcefulnessPatienceReliability; regular and punctual attendanceScheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the department; days/evenings, weekends and holidaysActs as a team playerGoes the extra mile for customers and maintains the highest standards of courteous, professional customer service and sensitivity to customer's and co-workers needsStrives to continually progress skill set and education and stay informed regarding new products and industry trendsESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESPrepEnsures prep lists are completed; prep lists include but are not limited to tasks such as: washing and slicing fruits/vegetables, slicing & portioning meats/cheeses, making basic sauces, along with other necessary cafe itemsAssists in cleaning the kitchen to include: counter tops, sweeping and mopping the floor, and cleaning of equipmentEnsures a fresh and appealing salad bar display; keeps the salad bar clean, well-stocked and properly rotated; checks and ensures freshness and quality of products and helps in breakdown at closing, as neededCafé StandardsFollows and complies with established recipes and brand standardsMaintains an in-depth knowledge of products; shares knowledge with others (guests and team members)Follows and complies with all state and NSF guidelines of sanitationCommunicates in a timely manner with supervisor/manager regarding all needsFollows all established procedures to meticulously clean station at end of the shiftLabels, dates and rotates all product per department protocolFocuses on quality control and order accuracy to provide the best service for our guestsWilling and able to assist other areas as assigned by the manager/supervisorBrings ideas and suggestions to manager/supervisor in order to keep up with trends and to continually innovate café offerings following all café protocols for introducing new productsGoes the extra mile for customers and maintains the highest standards of courteous, professional customer service and sensitivity to customer's and co-workers needsHealthy Living's Essential BehaviorsMake Someone's DayYou're here because you're a true 51%er and we want you to bring genuine enthusiasm to work daily. You get that warm, fuzzy, tingly-from-head-to-toe feeling when helping others – staff and guests! You see getting to "yes" as a super-fun challenge! You readily and freely interact with every guest. There's nothing you like more than seeing guests leave happier than when they arrived. When your teammates are having a tough day, you use positive energy to bring them up. When you smile, everyone smiles.Move fast and be thoroughYou work with a purposeful sense of urgency. You will be trained to achieve excellence in your job to complete tasks quickly, efficiently, and with great skill, and at the same time remembering to look up and connect with each guest. You LOVE getting the job done and doing it well.Create a team people want to stay onYour genuine, positive energy contributes to an upbeat, effective team where you and your co-workers thrive and express a desire to stay and to grow together. You treat your teammates with respect and kindness every single day. You offer empathy and an open ear. You bring special skills to the team that are respected by your teammates and in turn you see the value in others' skills and talents.Show UpYou show up to work. You are fully present for your teammates, our guests, and our trade partners. You're a reliable, invested member of the team. You bring authentic, positive energy to work every day. Deep down you care."What can I do?"The words, "What can I do?" and "How can I help?" fly out of your mouth because you recognize that the collective goal of the team and the store is bigger than the task at hand. You anticipate the needs of your coworkers and the guests and are proactive in helping others.Come with a solutionYou have a keen eye for identifying pain points in our systems, but you always come to the table with a solution to offer. You think outside the box, you're creative in solving problems, and you adapt to change with grace. You always speak up and let us know what you need!Own itYou hold yourself accountable and you're accountable to your teammates. When there is an issue, ask yourself, "What can I do to help fix it?" When there is success, you and your team celebrate! The details matter, and you are attentive to all of them.Seek knowledgeAt Heathy Living we love learning and are naturally curious. We love feedback; it is an opportunity to improve ourselves. You reflect deeply on feedback by frequently looking inward and evaluating your own performance at HL. You are personally fulfilled by helping others grow and love taking on new challenges and new opportunities to learn.If all of this sounds like you, please apply for a position today and begin your career with our mission, vision, and values driven company.Healthy Living is an equal opportunity employer and we're proud to hire a diverse, inclusive Staff!