Catering Clerk/Driver-Seasonal at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace in Morris Plains, New Jersey

Job Description:

The excitement of the holidays are approaching very quickly and we are seeking SEASONAL Part-Time Catering Clerks/Drivers for our Morris Plains, NJ Store! (CDL is not required). Our Company catering van will be used for the Catering Driver portion of this position. This seasonal position will run from early November to the first week of January 2025 and offers a salary of $21.05/hour. Since this is a Seasonal position, there are no company benefits associated with this temporary job.

Summary
The Catering Clerk-Catering Driver is responsible for providing exemplary customer service while maintaining the safety of customers and team members. The Catering Clerk will exceed customer needs and expectations by providing efficient, accurate and pleasant check-out service and catering shopping assistance. As Catering Driver, the individual will be responsible for delivering and setting up the world's best gourmet food quickly and safely from our kitchens to client's homes or offices. The Catering Driver must operate our vehicle according to all local, state, and federal regulations and maintain a vehicle in a manner capable of carrying large quantities of food.

Responsibilities

Greet all customers and provide them with prompt and courteous service or assistance
Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times and observe the company uniform policy
Arrive on time and in uniform for all scheduled shifts
Clock in and out for each scheduled shift and shift break
Demonstrate the core values of Uncle Giuseppe's and observe all Loss Prevention and Safety policies
Pack items pertaining to orders and get then ready for delivery, ensuring that all items are inside each order. This includes any utensils, table clothes, service spoons, condiments, etc.
Will prepare foods for catering or deli during down times of catering
Maintain a clean and neat workstation
Taking orders from customers either in person or over the phones ensuring the right amount of food is ordered
Will be responsible for processing customer online orders, packing orders and ensuring payments are received
Setting up in store demos.
Assist in maintaining back-room efficiency by unloading/loading catering related deliveries and orders
Provide exemplary customer service and greet guests in a friendly manner
Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines
Prepare foods for catering or deli when not making deliveries
Other duties and functions as assigned

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years of age or older
HS Degree or equivalent
2+ years of driving experience in addition to a minimum of one (1) year Delivery Driver experience
Prior catering experience working in a fast paced environment is preferred
Ability to work in varying temperatures
Ability to interact with customers in a friendly and helpful way
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Ability to operate all equipment customarily used by the Food Service Department and other equipment as may be required
Must be able to speak, read and communicate in the English language
Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies

Additional Skills and Qualifications:
· Outgoing and friendly
· Excellent communication and customer service skills
· Can work within a team or on their own
· Must be extremely detail orientated
· Must have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years and a clean driving record
· Takes pride in their work and is always willing to learn
· Must be able to lift safely 30lbs and up to 50lbs
· Must be able to stand while walking for entire shift

Physical Requirements
All positions at Uncle Giuseppe's must be able to adhere to these physical demands:

· Continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced work environment;
· Contact to various food allergens throughout the store;
· Regular motions such as standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and reaching;
· Standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time;
· Working in an environment with fluctuating temperatures;