Houchens Industries was originally founded in Glasgow, Kentucky by Ervin G. Houchens in 1917 as Houchens Foods.
A century later, Houchens Industries operates more than 400 retail grocery, convenience, and neighborhood market stores across 16 states. Complemented by a strong foundation of diverse companies and 18,000 employees corporate-wide, Houchens Industries is listed by Forbes as one of the largest 100% employee-owned companies in the world.
Food Service Team Member/ Deli Clerk Description:
We are looking for someone to fill a few vacant spots in our food service department and contribute to the overall excellence of our store.
The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative individual. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to an excellent attitude, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.
A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our staff.
Responsibilities of a deli clerk:
Provide exceptional service to each and every guest, in a positive manner.
Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
Preparing workstations for cooking.
Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
Checking the quality of the ingredients.
Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques.
Cooking food using various culinary techniques.
Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation.
Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.
Operating slicers, choppers, dicers, mixers, vertical cutters, and other deli/bakery equipment.
Be available for nights, holidays and weekend.
Benefits: (Full time employees)
Health, dental and vision insurance,
Long and Short Term Disability,
Individual and Family Life Insurance,
Medical Bridge Insurance,
Cancer Insurance,
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays,
Retirement benefits through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan,
Flexible Scheduling,
Advancement Opportunities.
Paid Uniform Shirts
Referral Bonus
Paid Training
Benefits: (Part time employees)
Paid Uniform Shirts
Referral Bonus
Paid Training
Flexible Schedule
Retirement (if working 1000 hours per year)
Requirements:
May be asked to carry 50 lbs. for a length of 20 feet
May need to be able to push 50 lbs.
May need to be able to pull 50 lbs.
Must be able to bend, squat, climb and lift objects overhead
Must be able to tolerate temperature differentials
Must be able to work nights, holidays and weekends