Sur La Table
139 - Hilldale - Sur La Table, 712 N Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53705
SeasonalKitchenAssistant
“Seasonal Kitchen Assistant at Sur La Table. Skills: Customer experience, Class execution, Kitchen operations. Create memorable, educational experiences. Stay current on products”
What You'll Achieve.
Inspiring customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience; Smooth class operations; Best in center experience; Bring culinary dreams to life; Repeat visits and customer loyalty; High enrollment; Positive reviews; Guest return rates; Contribute to overall store revenue; Minimize shrink; Control supply and culinary expenses
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving abilities; Decision-making abilities
Ability to communicate verbally, Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours at a time, Ability to move about the store, Capability to accurately perceive and differentiate variations in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch, Ability to use hands to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice, Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs, Ability to ascend/descend ladders, Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, Regular and predictable attendance, Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment, Open flames, Hot surfaces, Temperature variations, Various food allergens
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Must be 16 years of age or older at the time of employment, Valid Food Handlers Certification, Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences
Nice to Have
1 year retail sales experience, 1 year food prep and/or kitchen operations experience, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems
What You'll Do.
educational experiences
Stay current on products
Ensure exceptional customer experience
Assist chefs with class execution
Deliver class revenue goals
Meet or exceed monthly sales goals
Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes
Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment
Assist with restocking
and maintaining kitchen supplies
Ensure compliance with food safety standards
and kitchen equipment
Maintain accurate inventory levels
Ensure store safety and cleanliness
Accurately records time worked
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cooperatively with associates and customers; Support chefs to ensure smooth class operations; Engage with guests
Communication Scope
Communicate verbally
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