Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Prepared Food/Fast Casual Counter Associate ensures that the department is full and well-stocked, the display case is attractive and fully stocked, and the product is fresh. A knowledgeable resource for all things prepared food-related. 

• Stocks, rotates, merchandises, and quality checks products according to department procedures and the Regulated Health Codes
• Ensures all products are merchandised attractively, as per brand standards
• Rotates products according to First In First Out (FIFO) standards, ensuring all products are within expiration code and of the highest quality
• Maintains and organizes back-stock and storage areas according to department standards
• Adheres to all guidelines about product recommendations and information
• Communicates department needs, adjustments, and problems promptly and efficiently to the department manager
• Can speak knowledgeably about Butterfield products and specialty foods
• Participates in inventory procedures or spot inventory audits
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment in compliance with department, federal, and state regulations
• Performs light cleaning duties such as sweeping, dusting, and garbage disposal as necessary. Keeps the workstation clean and manages department cleanliness
• Responsible for accurately recording waste in a timely manner
• Follow all Company Policies and Procedures and SOPs, including quality, health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Prior Prepared Food experience preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain organized in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Must be passionate and dedicated to success

Physical Requirements:

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, as required
• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 - 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional) basis.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the store. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment
• Climbing steps regularly