Fruit Expert Associate

Who are we? What do we believe in?

Edible® is all about creating and delivering exactly what we need more of in our day-to-day lives: sweetness! From fresh fruit smoothies to chocolate- dipped strawberries (and who can forget our signature fruit bouquets?), we offer a variety of scrumptious treats and gifts for celebrating birthdays, holidays, and all the sweet moments in between. Through our 1,000 independently owned franchise locations, the mission of the brand - no matter how big it gets - is to Be Sweet Today™! All our employees play a key role in helping the brand thrive—and Edible® store team members get some sweet perks!

Who we’re looking for:

As the Fruit Expert® & Designer, you would be responsible for creating our sweet, sweet products. That means dipping, cutting, and arranging delicious treats (while following the proper operational procedures, of course). You would also ensure Edible® service standards are met and surpassed by providing Guests with an experience that WOWs.

Additional responsibilities:

• Build arrangements according to our brand standards
• Prepare a variety of arrangements according to Guests' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures and proper portion sizes
• Wash, peel and/or cut various fruit to prepare for arranging
• Package arrangements or dipped fruit
• Performs cleaning tasks in accordance with the cleaning standards and work as a store team player
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes
• Remove trash and clean kitchen waste containers
• Follow proper food sanitation and handling procedures
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of product knowledge and quality standards
• Welcome and connect with every Guest to provide excellent Guest service
• Discover Guest needs and appropriately suggest products with every Guest to enhance the Guest experience
• Use effective sales approaches and display strong knowledge of product line
• Effectively convert Guest inquiries into sales
• Build long-term relationships and build the trust and loyalty of Guests
• Respond to Guest needs
• Manage difficult Guest situations in a calm and professional manner
• Take responsibility to learn all aspects of the position
• Learn and demonstrate creating the Edible® Experience
• All other duties as assigned

What we think you’re like:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Excellent Guest service and communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Enjoys working within a team
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
• Drive and determination
• Computer skills including Microsoft software and register skills
• Ability to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and scoop throughout assigned shift

Why join Edible® (a.k.a. the Sweetest Team Ever)?

• Enjoy chocolate-covered treats during your shift.
• Sweeten your schedule. No early mornings and no late-night shifts.
• Make celebrations possible for all the Guests you serve.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, and disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard. Edible stores are independently, locally owned and operated.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palatine, IL 60074: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $13 - $14