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    Job Description

    Packer  
    Starting Wage: $20.50/hour
    Bi-Rite Catering + Commissary Kitchen, 1970 Innes Ave., San Francisco, CA 94124
    Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
    Schedule requirements: Monday-Sunday primarily PM shift 1:30pm-10-10:30pm, 
     
     
    Join us in Creating Community Through Food®!
     
     
    PERKS
    Our unique staff culture and generous benefits package sets us apart from other businesses.
    • 40% discount on purchases (20% on alcohol + catering)
    • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • Holiday Pay
    • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match (4%) and profit sharing
    • Paid training, field trips and volunteerism
    • Career advancement opportunities
    • A satisfying meal with your shift
    • Pre-tax commuter benefits
    • Employee Assistance Programs
    • Free 18 Reasons Cooking Classes
     
    Submit your application. We’d love for you to take the time to write a few sentences telling what you know and love about Bi-Rite, your interest in working here, and what you hope to learn by working with us.
     
     
    OPPORTUNITY
    We have an immediate opening for a Packer. The Packer is responsible for creating an inspiring culinary experience for our guests. They give outstanding service by meeting and exceeding our guests’ expectations and providing excellent internal service to the team. Their responsibilities include assisting in the smooth and seamless operations of all aspects of the catering and commissary kitchen, reaching company goals, upholding product quality and consistency standards, mitigating waste, maintaining equipment and facilities, and safely handling all of our products and equipment. They are part of a cohesive Bi-Rite team that supports the Bi-Rite Missions, Vision, and Community Values.
     
     
    RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Prepares and packages all seasonal and delicious house-made products for the guests at our markets and catering events; meets and exceeds guests expectations.
    • Ensures Bi-Rite packaging standards are followed accurately and food quality and safety standards are met. 
    • Works directly with the Sous Chef and supervisors to execute daily priorities to ensure kitchen operations run smoothly.
    • Regularly tastes products to ensure a high standard of product quality, flavor, and freshness are met.
    • Ensures all products received/delivered are accurate according to specifications in quality, size, pack, and pricing.
    • Puts away inventory, paying close attention to proper rotation, accurate labeling, while handling perishable items safely.
    • Handles damaged, out-of-date, spoils, and returned products to department standards.
    • Follows all food safety and sanitation practices
     
    SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE
    • Committed to Bi-Rite's mission to Creating Community Through Food ® and values of Lead with Love, Pursue with Passion, and Act with Integrity.
    • Genuinely finds interest in learning about and sharing Good Food.
    • Demonstrated ability to deliver great internal and external service: identifying what others need, getting it for them and taking the extra steps to ensure they have a positive experience.
    • Able to work independently; possesses effective prioritization and time management skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to follow directions and procedures, and accurately completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
    • Approaches new situations and people with openness, curiosity, and humility; treats others with dignity and respect.
    • Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
    • Energetic, works with a sense of urgency and adapts to the needs of the business.
    • Embraces change and proposes more effective ways of working.
    • Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the role with or without accommodations.
    • Ability to communicate in a concise, clear, and productive manner; seeks to understand others through active listening.
    • Ability to effectively collaborate with others to complete tasks and achieve shared goals.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
    • Committed to punctuality and exemplary attendance.
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • 1+ year experience working prep in a commercial kitchen recommended.
    • ServSafe Certification, California Food Handler card is required within 30 days post-hire.  Bi-Rite provides on-site paid training and certification.
    • Continuous standing and carrying between 11-50+ pounds.
    • Ability to work nights and weekends when needed.
    • Must be 18 years of age or older.
     
     
    ABOUT BI-RITE
    The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero and Polk), a world-renowned Creamery and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!
     
    Hiring staff with a diversity of backgrounds, identities and perspectives makes our company and culture stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm for Creating Community Through Food, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification.
     
    If you’re a people person with a passion for heartfelt service, we invite you to join us on our mission of Creating Community Through Food®!
     
     
    Bi-Rite Management Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
     
     
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, California

    Skills

    • Catering Servicesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Food Qualityunmatched
    • Food Safetyunmatched
    • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
    • Perishable Foodsunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • ServSafe Certificationunmatched
    • Small Companyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Volunteer Experienceunmatched

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