Prepared Foods Associates​/Merchandiser

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• MUST GET FOOD HANDLER PERMIT WITHIN 1 WEEK OF STARTING

Location: Vancouver or Longview

Start Time: 7:00 am

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr

Join our dynamic team at GBC Food Services as a Prepared Foods Associate! Located within grocery stores and other host locations, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality prepared foods and exceptional service to our valued customers. This hourly position is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about food safety and customer satisfaction.

Your contributions will directly support our franchisees and uphold our commitment to excellence, cleanliness, and quality.

• Job Type: Hourly
• Location:
  
  Franchise Outlets
• Pay Rate: $18.50/hr
• Shift: Flexible, including weekends and holidays 6:00 am start

• Prepare, package, label, and stage food items in accordance with brand and safety standards.
• Set up, stock, and maintain displays and workstations with necessary supplies.
• Greet and assist customers in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area, utensils, and equipment.
• Follow all Serv Safe and company food handling policies and procedures.
• Rotate inventory, check expiration dates, and manage waste to minimize loss.
• Perform opening and closing tasks, including temperature logs and prep lists.
• Communicate any issues related to operations, equipment, or supply needs to management.
• Support promotional initiatives and suggestive selling to boost kiosk performance.
• Participate in ongoing training and compliance programs as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in food service or retail is a plus.
• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and food safety guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Able to operate basic kitchen and point-of-sale equipment.

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In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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