DELI COOK 1 - BEAVERTON

Description

About Us: Uwajimaya, a family-owned business, and a cornerstone of Asian grocery retailing since 1928, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team. With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences, Uwajimaya has grown to become the premier destination for Asian food culture in the Pacific Northwest.

Who We're Looking For: We are seeking individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, driven to excel in their roles, and motivated to contribute to our vibrant team. Whether you're a seasoned professional or eager to start your career, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our enthusiasm for food, customer service, and Asian culture.

To thrive at Uwajimaya, you should embody our core competencies:

• Functional/Technical Skills: You possess the necessary functional and technical knowledge to perform your job at a high level.

• Customer Focus: You are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements, using feedback for improvements, and building effective relationships based on trust and respect.

• Action Oriented: You enjoy working hard, are full of energy for challenging tasks, and seize opportunities with minimal planning.

• Peer Relationships: You can find common ground with peers, solve problems collaboratively, and are seen as a cooperative team player who encourages collaboration.

• Self-Development: You are committed to continuous self-improvement, adapt to different situations, and work to develop your strengths while addressing weaknesses.

We offer:

• A flexible, friendly, and diverse work environment

• Competitive starting wages

• Employee discounts on food and gift items

• Paid holidays from day one

• Excellent health benefits

• Retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Long term disability

• Life insurance

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

• Supplemental insurance options available

Position Summary:

The Deli Cook at Uwajimaya prioritizes excellent customer service by performing various cooking tasks, such as boiling, steaming, deep frying, and preparing food. They assemble food items like sandwiches and sushi while maintaining a high level of service.

Position’s Key Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a friendly and approachable demeanor.

• Prep food products for cooking in all Deli areas.

• Cook ready-to-eat items following instructions and recipes.

• Ensure adherence to health department and company policies to maintain a safe environment for both dining and workplace activities.

• Prepare and package deli food condiments for hot and cold cases.

• Wrap, label, and price products accurately.

• Display prepared foods attractively in hot and cold cases.

• Assist in receiving and unloading merchandise, ensuring accuracy and quality.

• Monitor inventory levels, informing management of low inventory or spoilage.

• Assist customers in serving food items and control product shrinkage.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing deli department.

• Other duties as assigned.

Starting at $21.25/hr., Depending on Experience.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent. May require up to 1 year of specialized training.

• Food Handler’s Card.

• Prior retail experience and knowledge of Asian products, preferred.

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

• Basic math proficiency, familiarity with ten-key/calculator, and comfortable using computers.

• Flexible schedule to accommodate varying shifts.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and proactively work independently.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Salary : $21 - $27