What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deli Cafe Associate position at Virginia Cheese Company?
About us
Virginia Cheese Company is a small business in Norfolk, VA. We are a creative, small, locally owned business working together to provide an excellent dining & shopping experience in a close knit neighborhood setting. We sell sandwiches, artisanal cheeses, gourmet grocery items, beer and wine.
We are currently open Wednesday through Sunday. Mondays and Tuesdays off unless you volunteer (paid) for catering orders.
Our work environment includes:
- Food provided
- Flexible shifts
- Safe environment
- Lively atmosphere
- Small neighborhood regular clientele
Duties:
- Provide excellent customer service to all guests
- Take and process customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Prepare and serve food and beverages in accordance with company standards
- Make sandwiches and salads to order
- Assist with catering trays
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, including kitchen and dining areas
- Handle transactions and operate the cash register
- Assist with inventory management and restocking of supplies
- Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations
Skills:
- Previous experience in the restaurant or food service industry is preferred - experience making sandwiches or in food prep is very helpful in this role
- Must be 18 to pour beer/wine and to operate the meat slicers
- Knowledge of food handling and safety procedures
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment and basic culinary techniques
- Strong sales skills and ability to upsell menu items
- Familiarity with specialty foods & cheese, craft beer, and wine not required, but helpful. Expereince pouring draft beer in a bar, brewery, or restaurant is helpful for this role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The associate may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 18 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid training
Shift:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work at least one weekend shift a week? Generally from 10:30- 3 or 5
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $21