Kitchen Associate (2026)

Jimmy Jazz

Gardena, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Compactor, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Grocery Stores, Hawaiian Language, Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Mathematics, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Regional Sales, Retail, Retail Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Scaffolding, Team Player
LOCATION
Gardena, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

DescriptionMarukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is one of the fastest-growing chain of retail stores and supermarkets offering the widest selection of Japanese and Hawaiian imported grocery and retail products in the nation. Customers are provided with a variety of products that you won't find in a typical grocery store environment. Fresh, seasonal, and variety of foods are our passion!BenefitsEmployee DiscountsPaid Sick LeaveSupplemental Insurance available for Life and Disability Insurance401 K (after one year)Essential Duties (Line Cook / Deli Clerk)Processing, cutting, and wrapping Delica itemsMaintains a well-organized back stock/cooler areaCook hot meals (Deli, and Japanese food)Follow recipes and must accurately measure ingredientsMaintains good communication with store management, associates and suppliers/vendorsMaintaining cleanliness of the store/store upkeepEnsuring proper presentation of our Delica items along with providing a smile, greeting, and assisting customers who visit our Store.Ensures Delica items are handled, stocked, rotated and merchandisedChecks product temperature to ensure freshness and qualityAbility to maintain a knife grip in order to cut items to specificationAbility to weigh, price, label, organize and rotate Delica products per Marukai's standardsOperating pallet jack, baler, compactor and scrub machineUnpacking and stocking Delica and sushi itemsMust clean and sanitize work areasWork Environment will be in extreme temperatureCustomer ServiceProviding premier customer service, including greeting them and responding to questionsEngaging in suggestive selling and other sales techniquesMeets or exceeds Department's sales goals assigned through the efficient execution of Company policies and proceduresMaintains cleanliness of work area, storage area, and selling floorEnsures a safe and clean work environmentStore Support Associates exemplify teamwork and are open to and willing to be trained and step in when needed in all departments and similar skilled areas for filling and development opportunities.RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent preferredMust be 18 or older to use sharp knives, use ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes, substitutes above 6 feet in height, and to operate or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment.Must be able to use job related equipment such as slicer, scale, saw, knife and wrapperNo experience required, but a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in a similar work environment is preferredPrevious experience as a Line Cook, Prep Cook, or Deli Clerk experience is preferredPossess a CA Food Handling license or the ability to acquire oneMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds without aidExposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and work aides necessary to perform job duties. Hands are in frequent contact with water, vegetables, deli, and sushi meat while performing job duties.Comfortable with working in a kitchen environmentMust be able to follow recipes and accurately measure ingredientsMust be able to operate related equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks and hand trucksAble to deliver friendly, courteous, prompt customer serviceAble to read, write, and do simple math problemsAble to interpret, understand and follow instructionsAbility to effectively communicate and respond to questions from the general public and managementAbility to interact with all levels of managementHas or willing to obtain a CA Food Handler's CertificateLegal/ComplianceMarukai is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E Verify.All Candidates must be able to work evening shifts, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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