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Food Service Chef plays a vital role in overseeing all aspects of the food and beverage operations. This position leads a dedicated team to ensure the successful execution of all fresh food programs while adhering to corporate and regulatory standards. The Chef works in collaboration with the Sous Chef to train Customer Service Associates, ensuring that all team members provide an outstanding customer experience. Maintaining a safe, sanitary, and appealing food service environment is paramount for this role.
For over 90 years, Global Partners LP has been a provider of essential energy services to our communities. Through Alltown Fresh, we offer innovative chef-led dishes and a retail experience focused on our guests' satisfaction. Our extensive network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond reflects our commitment to delivering value consistently to our customers. As we look forward to the next 90 years, we are eager to imagine new ideas and innovations that will enhance our customer offerings. If you are passionate and have great ideas, Global Partners offers the chance to elevate your career.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Deliver an exceptional shopping experience for all customers by addressing inquiries and feedback promptly.
- Execute food service programs continuously, focusing on proper ordering, production planning, handling, and presentation.
- Meet or exceed food service and beverage profitability goals set by corporate standards.
- Implement effective food service strategies while ensuring compliance with established planograms.
- Oversee inventory management, supply ordering, and maintain food service equipment and facilities.
- Analyze trends in food service performance; develop and execute plans to enhance profitability and capitalize on strengths.
- Serve as an expert resource on food service marketing strategies, ensuring all associates are informed.
- Provide training, coaching, and performance management to food service customer service associates.
- Conduct hands-on training for store staff, aligning with corporate training objectives.
- Ensure adherence to safety, security, quality, and operational policies at all times.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Ability to work well in both independent and team settings.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service capabilities.
- Comfortable working with minimal supervision.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Critical thinking skills to navigate challenges effectively.
- Adept at applying root cause analysis to problem-solving.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and independently.
- Self-starter with proven decision-making skills.
- Understanding of financial aspects of the store and their business implications.
- Physical requirements include standing and walking for extended periods, handling, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Capable of utilizing store technology proficiently.
Benefits: - Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive salaries with ample opportunities for growth.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with wellness support.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a matching component available.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement after six months of service.
- Community Engagement: Paid volunteer time-off to support charitable organizations of your choice.
Application Process: - If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application.
- Your resume will be reviewed by our talent acquisition team alongside the hiring manager.
- Selected candidates will be contacted for in-person or virtual interviews.
Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Required leadership experience, preferably in a food service setting.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.
- Experience in staff selection, training, management, and sales growth.
- Demonstrated success in customer service, relationship building, communication, and training.
We value passion and potential. If you feel you can contribute positively to this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single requirement. Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a diverse workplace where all ideas are valued. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
At Global Partners, we comply with all relevant employment laws and do not use lie detector tests for employment decisions.