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Food Service Specialist
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Supervisor supervises food preparation and staff for a restaurant or dining hall. Manages budget for food supplies, equipment and staff; hires and trains staff; monitors food safety procedures. May plan menus or work with chefs or dieticians to plan menus. Works in a school, hospital, nursing home or other institution.
$40,039 / year median in Idaho
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Food Service Specialist
As a Food Service Specialist you'll prepare fresh, quality Pete's Eats for our guests while helping maintain the high standards of Stinker's food service program. Using established recipes and store production plans, you'll prepare the right amount of food at the right time while maintaining quality, freshness, and food safety. Your work helps ensure our guests have delicious, convenient options ready whenever they visit. Why You'll Love Working Here
When you join Stinker, you're joining a family-owned company that believes investing in people is the best business strategy.
We Offer Competitive pay with annual merit increases
Additional $0.50 per hour for eligible hours worked between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
DailyPay
Paid Time Off that increases with tenure for full-time team members
Six (6) paid holidays for full-time team members, plus premium pay for eligible holiday hours worked by both full-time and part-time team members
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
HSA and FSA options
Accident coverage and optional life insurance
Free virtual healthcare for employees enrolled in a Stinker medical plan
401(k) and Roth 401(k) options with a discretionary company match of 25% on the first 10% of wages contributed
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral bonuses
Employee discounts on fuel, merchandise, and select in-store purchases (exclusions on age restricted items apply)
Training and opportunities for career growth Why Food Service Specialists Choose Stinker
This isn't just about making food; it's about creating something our guests look forward to when they visit.
You'll learn our Pete's Eats menu, work alongside your store team, and help make sure fresh food is prepared and ready when our guests want it. You'll have the opportunity to build valuable food service and retail skills while being part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way. What You'll Do
You'll prepare Pete's Eats while maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, cleanliness, and guest service.
You'll:
Prepare and serve Pete's Eats menu items according to established recipes, procedures, and quality standards
Follow store production plans to prepare the right amount of food based on guest demand
Provide friendly and helpful service while creating a welcoming experience for our guests
Follow food safety requirements for preparation, cooking, storage, labeling, and handling
Monitor and document required food temperatures, holding times, and other food safety standards
Rotate products in hot and cold cases to maintain freshness, quality, and availability
Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation areas, equipment, utensils, and workspaces
Complete required equipment cleaning and sanitation schedules
Stock food service ingredients, supplies, and products as needed
Monitor food quality and availability throughout the shift
Follow Stinker safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
Work with Store Leadership and team members to support food service and overall store operations You'll Thrive Here If You... Enjoy preparing food and take pride in serving a quality product
Care about cleanliness, food safety, and doing things the right way
Provide friendly and helpful service to guests
Stay organized and pay attention to the details
Manage your time well and keep moving during busy periods
Adapt when priorities or guest traffic change
Work well independently and as part of a team
Approach challenges with a positive, solution-focused mindset
Are dependable and willing to jump-in where needed The Impact You'll Make
Your work helps ensure our guests can count on fresh food and a positive experience every time they visit.
You'll help: Provide fresh, quality food for our guests
Maintain safe food preparation and handling practices
Keep food service areas clean, stocked, and ready
Reduce food waste through proper production and rotation
Create a consistent Pete's Eats experience
Support a strong and dependable store team Success in this role is reflected through food quality, food safety, cleanliness, guest service, product availability, reliability, and teamwork. Grow Your Career
Food service is an important part of Stinker's business, and this role is a great opportunity to build experience in food preparation, guest service, and store operations.
We believe in developing our people and providing opportunities to learn new skills, take on additional responsibilities, and grow your career with Stinker. About Stinker
Founded in 1936, Stinker is a family-owned convenience retailer serving communities throughout Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming. We got our name in a fight. In 1936, a 20-year-old named Farris Lind opened a service station in Twin Falls and started selling gasoline for less than the major oil companies thought he should. They didn't take it well. When one of them told a newspaper that Farris Lind was a real stinker, he took it as a compliment, put the word on his stations, and drew a skunk wearing red boxing gloves—Polecat Pete.
The gloves came first, and they were never a joke. Farris spent his career punching above his weight on behalf of the guest, and a small Idaho company that refused to be pushed around had to be willing to fight for what it believed in. Ninety years later, that spirit is still part of who we are. We fight for our employees. We fight for our guests.
Our purpose is simple:
To make our world a better place by being a bright spot in the lives we touch, one employee, one guest, and one community at a time.
We still know how to have fun—our mascot is a skunk, after all. But take a close look at
Pete:
he's got his gloves on. Qualifications Must be at least 19 years of age
High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous food service, restaurant, convenience store, or retail experience preferred, but not required
Ability to complete Stinker's required Food Safety training within the first 90 days of employment
Learn recipes, food preparation procedures, food safety requirements, and store processes
Work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
Stand and move for extended periods throughout a shift
Safely use a step stool or step ladder
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Perform work from floor level to approximately eye level
Work in refrigerated areas averaging approximately 32°F
Perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Hours:
Schedule:
Days and hours vary based on store needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. 4 am to 10 pm. Ready to Join Us?
If you enjoy preparing great food, working with people, and being part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us give our guests another reason to choose Stinker.
Learn more at https:
//www.stinker.com/stinkin-awesome-careers/
Stinker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify through ADP.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Bonuses/Stipends