Food Service positions~Chefs, cooks, production (08053)

Who We Are: Our passion for great food began in 1975 when Ray Rastelli, Jr. opened a butcher shop called the Meat Stop in Deptford, NJ. He loved bringing quality meat to Deptford-area families so much, within a few years his brother Tony joined him and opened a second Meat Stop, and together they went on to open a total of eight more around South Jersey. Together with their families, they transformed the stores into a growing business that allows them to serve the same great, quality products to families around the country. Today, we’re still passionate about food, committed to excellence, and family owned and operated. We believe in hard work and doing things the right way. Above all, we respect the trust that our customers put in us to bring only the best food to their tables. Everything we do and every decision we make begins with the intention of earning that trust. Our 100-percent satisfaction guarantee is not simply a goal; it is a promise we make to ourselves and to our customers. And, a daily affirmation that everything we do is “For the love of great food.”

SUMMARY: Looking for all skill levels! Your role at Rastelli Market Fresh will include execution of the food preparation process, creation of exciting recipes and ongoing selection of the items in the Prepared Foods case. Additionally you will maintain attractive Prepared Foods displays. You will ensure a positive company image by always providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members.

DUTIES:

– Give every customer immediate and undivided attention. Surprise and delight the customers with consistent, delicious food.

– Support the Kitchen Supervisor, Associate Team Leader and Chef/Cook with all kitchen functions.

– Prepare Kitchen products according to recipes.

– Responsible for completion of daily prep lists.

– Keep all coolers and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.

– Follow established food safety, cleaning and maintenance procedures.

– Analyze and control product transfers, waste and spoilage.

– Know product availability, preparation, storage and nutritional aspects, and ensure the quality, palatability and presentation of all in-house production.

– Document product transfers, waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.

– Work with all production Team Members to minimize waste.

– Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and adhere to safe work practices.

– Operate and sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner.

– This job posting is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned by leadership.

REQUIREMENTS: – Previous kitchen, culinary, deli, restaurant, kitchen management, cooking or customer service experience preferred. – Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team; ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members. – Ability to follow instructions and procedures. – Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in the department. – Understand and communicate quality goals and ingredient information to customers. – Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness. – Effective time management skills. – Strong work ethic and integrity. – Proper handling of knives and other cutting equipment. – Available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the department. Essential Job Functions: – Stand and walk for extended periods of time. – Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat. – Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds. Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds. – Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. – Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)

At Rastelli Market Fresh we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Rastelli Market Fresh hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled.