FOH Fast Casual Team member - Full or Part-Time day shift- 1 year experience required

We’re on the lookout for friendly, energetic individuals to join our team as the next Superstar Sandwich Makers and Retail Deli Associate in either a full time or Part-time Day position role. Schmaltz Deli is an award winning 22-year-old brand based in Lisle, Illinois and we are looking for just a few more person to round out our team as we expand our morning hours and breakfast offerings

We are currently closed on Mondays and open to the public at 7:00am daily and close at 4:00pm on Saturdays and 3:00pm the other days of the week.

This is the perfect day shift full-time position or part-time 2nd job for someone who already has an evening job and is looking to supplement their income during the lunch hours. It could also be a good opportunity for people looking for early morning shifts or for Moms for a part-time role while the kids are in school.

This position is also perfect for those who enjoy creating delicious sandwiches, providing excellent customer service, and working in a lively, fast-paced environment. As a Team member, you’ll be a key face of our brand, helping guests enjoy fresh, tasty meals while ensuring our quality standards are met.

• Communication with Customers and your Schmaltz Teammates are a huge part of your day. You need to be friendly, comfortable making suggestions, and giving customers directions. 1 year of experience is required, but you also need to have the right personality.
• We’re not going to lie to you, it gets a little crazy in the store somedays when we are busy. Are you comfortable working in a sometimes-chaotic environment? Think lots of people in line, phones ringing, food tickets printing nonstop, talking to customers, and keeping track of customer orders. The ability to focus and keep track of multiple tasks is necessary.
• Health and safety are important to Schmaltz! You (and every other employee) will help keep this place clean, so Schmaltz meets and exceeds all food handling and safety guidelines.
• At Schmaltz we believe all Team Members should help and support each other. You should be willing to help in other areas of the store as needed. Being a Team player is what it’s all about.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of sandwiches and food items according to established recipes and standards.
• Work with our Toast POS systems to process transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Order taking and customer contact at the drive through window via a headset is also part of what our Sandwich Artists do daily.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the food prep area, dining space, and equipment following food safety guidelines.
• Assist with food handling, stocking supplies, and ensuring the workspace is organized and ready for service.
• Support team members to keep the kitchen tidy during busy hours.

Compensation

We pay $16-17.00 base per hour base rate depending on experience and on top of that, a substantial tip sharing program that earns everyone in the store an additional amount for every hour you work. Your tips are pooled with all the other tips collected in other service areas and are paid out equally to all hourly employees based on the number of hours worked each pay period.

Cross training our entire team in all FOH positions is part of our culture.

Experience

• 1-year Previous experience in food preparation or quick-service restaurants assembling sandwiches is required; training will be provided.
• Knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation standards, and proper food handling procedures. Serve Safe Certification is required
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment such as a café, fast casual restaurant, or retail setting is valuable.

Required qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in the food & restaurant industry
• 21+ years or older
• Food Service license/certification: Food Handler's License
• Restaurant front of house skills: front counter
• Restaurant front of house skills: running food
• Retail skills: point of sale (POS) operation
• Available to work: early morning
• Available to work: weekends