Job description
Fresh Food Assistant Work Experience opportunity will give individuals the opportunity to experience preparing and delivering fresh food products to customers in our supermarket setting. Responsibilities will include food production, serving customers, merchandising the counter, stock control, waste management, cleaning and providing excellent customer service to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and serve a range of fresh food products to customers following company guidelines
* Ensure all products meet quality and freshness standards
* Always follow proper food safety and hygiene practices
* Monitor fresh food counters and display to ensure they are attractive to customers and ready for peak service times
* Operate deli and hot food equipment, slicers, ovens and scales in your department
* Track ingredients and allergen data for products and ensure you refer to allergen folder when necessary
* Assist customers with product inquiries and provide recommendations
* Handle customer requests in a friendly and professional manner
* Stock Management & Merchandising
* Display and replenish fresh food products to maintain an attractive presentation on the shop floor
* Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
* Maintain a clean and organised fresh food area, including equipment and workspaces
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* Customer service skills
* Communication skills
* Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
* Able to weigh produce, and manage stock accurately
Desirable Skills
* Food Safety & Hygiene Knowledge - understanding of safe food handling, storage, and preparation
* Product Knowledge - awareness of different meats, salads, and fresh foods offered at the counter.
Further Information
This work experience opportunity is expected to last for 2 weeks and will require attendance of 25 hours/week. While on Work Experience, participants will retain their entitlement to benefit. Those who are not receiving benefit are also welcome to participate. Travel and childcare costs may be reimbursed. Participants will also receive an incentive payment equivalent to £10/day to a maximum of £50/week. Contact your local Jobs and Benefits office for further information or contact the WEP team via WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk.
Application Information
If you are in receipt of benefits, contact your Work Coach. If you are not in receipt of benefits, contact the Work Experience Programme Team via WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk