Cafe Associate

What You’ll Do Be a Team Member: Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of product specifications related to prepared food merchandise; collaborate with cross‑functional teams and educate other associates on tools, tasks and resources; communicate effectively with team members; and be flexible to the needs of the business by working in other areas. Be an Expert: Prepare food according to item specifications; understand and plan future productions and mass productions; prepare for seasonality; adhere to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, cold chain compliance, inventory management; operate, maintain, and sanitize equipment; and demonstrate an understanding of product and layout execution. Be a Techie: Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; utilize handheld technology for immediate business decisions related to production, ordering merchandise, receiving club pick‑up orders, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them. Be an Owner: Drive the performance of the area; stock and rotate merchandise; ensure quality and date‑control standards; eliminate waste; provide member service by acknowledging members and identifying their needs; assist members with purchasing decisions, payment types, locating merchandise; and resolve member issues and concerns. Be a Talent Ambassador: Act as a brand advocate; develop, influence and inspire others to work in a respectful, supportive, team‑oriented style; understand roadblocks and assist in training them. Comply with company policies, procedures and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; use the Open Door Policy; and apply these in executing business processes and practices. Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data and resources; collaborate with managers, co‑workers, customers and other business partners; identify priorities, deadlines and expectations; carry out tasks; communicate progress and information; determine and recommend ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapt to and learn from change, difficulties and feedback. Benefits Health benefits including medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits including PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. PTO and/or PPTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays or other purposes. The amount received depends on job classification and length of employment and meets or exceeds applicable paid‑sick‑leave laws, where applicable. Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U 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. Additional Compensation Premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. Hourly Wage Range $17.00 to $25.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Location 20424 KATY FWY, KATY, TX 77449‑7636, United States of America. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older. Successfully complete all job‑required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if the position is approved. Preferred Qualifications Food Safety Certification; Food Service. Food Handler Certification (Food Safety). Policies Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr