$17.39 - $20.70 PER HOUR GENERAL PURPOSE:This person will assist the Kitchen Manager with keeping the kitchen department running properly and profitably. This person will be responsible for knowing all aspects of the kitchen, being able to fill in for any position when necessary and training new kitchen associates, all while providing exceptional customer service. This person will also assist in determining production and inventory levels for the kitchen, particularly for the chef-prepared food area.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Follows established departmental and store policies and proceduresEnsures the quality and freshness of all products and services the chef-prepared food area of the kitchen providesResponsible for maintaining the appropriate product assortment and inventory levels for the chef-prepared food area of the kitchenConfirms pricing accuracy and signage for all products, paying particular attention to ad itemsEnsures the kitchen is cleaned and sanitized daily and meets the company standards for appearanceDeliver excellent customer service to all customersPerforms the following duties alongside the Kitchen Manager or in the Kitchen Manager’s absence:Ordering product and creating production sheets to meet the needs of the chef-prepared food area of the kitchen based on past and projected salesCompletes assigned tasks efficiently and in a timely mannerSets a professional and positive example to othersCommunicates openly and frequently with Store Director and Director of Kitchen OperationsEnsures company standards for safety, sanitation, and productivity are maintained.Writing the schedule for the chef-prepared food area to ensure coverage and meet labor goalsTeaches, mentors, and educates associates to help them be successful members of the teamProvides honest, direct, and constant feedback to associates regarding their performance and areas of improvementConducts quarterly inventory of all products in the chef-prepared food area of the kitchenMARGINIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs other job-related duties as assigned.NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:Consistent and daily interaction with store associatesConsistent and daily interaction with customersTRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:A high school diploma or GED and some college education are preferred; one year of kitchen experience preferred; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Current Food Handler’s PermitAbility to use good judgment and to make decisions quickly and independentlyMust enjoy working with and handling food productsShould have a passion for preparing, cooking, and eating good foodAbility to interpret policies and proceduresExcellent organization and planning skillsMust possess solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills to communicate with and manage diverse groups of people effectively and efficientlyAbility to handle conflict professionally and appropriatelyMust possess the ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for one’s own success as well as the success of your teamRequired to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills and techniquesMust possess integrity, a positive attitude, be mission-driven, and be self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons’ mission and commitment to working collaborativelyContinually strives to be product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistentAbility to work weekends, evenings, and holidaysPHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment with the possibility of frequent exposure to hot, cold, and wet conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to grasp, push, pull, carry, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach; perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and eye, hand, and foot coordination; hear and respond to customer inquiries. Also requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire workday and the ability to maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds from location to location.