Deli/Meat Service Counter (part-time, afternoon to close shifts) Burnsville, MN (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=13750+County+Road+11+Burnsville+MN+USA+55337) Job Type Part-time Description Are you passionate about food and providing exceptional customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you get to interact with people every day? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to join our team atValley Natural Foodsas a Deli/Meat Service Counter Specialist!This is a part-time position, qualified applicants will be available for afternoon to close shifts including weekends. What You'll Do: + Serve with a Smile:Greet customers, helping them with their deli and meat needs. + Slice and Dice:Expertly slice meats and cheeses to order, ensuring precision and quality. + Create Culinary Masterpieces:Prepare delicious sandwiches, salads, and other deli items according to customer preferences. + Keep it Fresh:Monitor and maintain the freshness of deli and meat products, rotating stock and ensuring proper storage. + Provide Expert Guidance:Offer recommendations and suggestions to customers, sharing your knowledge of our products and helping them make informed decisions. What You'll Bring: + Passion for Food:You love food and enjoy sharing your enthusiasm with others. + Customer Focus:You thrive on providing top-notch service and creating positive experiences for customers. + Attention to Detail:You have a keen eye for detail and take pride in your work, ensuring that every slice and sandwich is perfect. + Team Player:You enjoy working collaboratively with a diverse team and are always willing to lend a hand. + Flexibility:You can adapt quickly to changing priorities and are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Benefits:Our benefits for part-time staff include: + 20% employee discount + Paid time off and paid volunteering + 401(k) matching for staff who are 21+ + Employee referral program Requirements Mandatory Qualifications: + Must be 18+ + English proficiency + Friendly disposition, excellent service and communication skills + Able to be flexible to the changing needs of the business + Regular, predictable attendance Preferred Qualifications: + Familiarity with POS systems + Previous customer service and/or cash handling experience + Familiarity with natural foods, grocery industry or cooperatives Physical Demands: + Ability to lift/push/pull/carry up to 30 pounds frequently; 30-50+ pounds occasionally + Manual dexterity with ability to reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods of time + Mid-to-general range visual acuity to evaluate and interact in working environment and operate deli equipment for extended periods of time + Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time + Regular exposure to refrigerated/frozen and hot/humid environments + Ability to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally required + Ability to be exposed to, work with, and directly handle dietary allergies including, but not limited to: gluten, wheat and flours; dairy and soy; meats and shellfish; peanuts and tree nuts + Ability to work safely with sanitation supplies Reports To:Deli, Meat & Seafood Manager Department, Status and Salary:Deli, Part Time, Hourly (At Will) Valley Natural Foods Core Competencies + Adaptability/Flexibility/Dependability + Communication/Listening Skills + Customer Service/Customer Focus + Integrity/Ethics + Sense of Urgency/Productivity + Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills + Work Environment/Safety/Job Knowledge Position Specific Competencies + Product Knowledge The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performance by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. VNF management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This is not an employment contract and does not interfere with MN’s Employment At Will Law. Salary Description $16.00 - $17.00 per hour