Dishwasher Deli

We are in search of an evening Dishwasher to join our creative kitchen and deli team at our World Foods location.

Our ideal team member:

• Is a team player
• Has a high attention to detail
• Is dependable and can commit to a regular, consistent schedule
• Kitchen or dishwashing experience is preferred, but we will train the right candidate

This position offers training and growth opportunities for other positions in the deli and/or store as desired
Note: this position will regularly be required to stand up for entire shift and frequently lift up to 50 lbs

OUR HISTORY

World Foods is a family-owned specialty market in Portland bringing to life the passion for the best foods from near and far. We offer a full-service Mediterranean deli, meat & seafood department, curated beer & wine department, local & unique produce and complete groceries focusing on local and international foods. We strive to offer a beautiful balance of inspiring products and deliciously traditional house-made foods in a warm and friendly environment.

OUR PRINCIPLES

Hospitality and Warmth
We want to do more than just provide a wide product selection and delicious food we want to enrich our customers lives with customer service that demonstrates genuine warmth and hospitality. By engaging with our customers on a personal level we elevate ourselves above being just a business to being a cornerstone of the community we’re in.

Unique and Inspired Selections
From staples to local favorites to international specialty items the products available at each grocery store location must consistently demonstrate our knowledge of local trends and show deference to international culinary favorites.

Working for World Foods means you will

• Have the option to enroll in affordable health, dental and vision insurance.
• Have the option to enroll in short-term disability insurance
• Be compensated based on your professional knowledge and experience
• Receive a 50% discount at the deli and 20% discount on all other items at World Foods locations
• Optional 401K
• Flexible paid time off that increases with tenure

Essential Job Functions

• Team Player: you can work with diverse groups of people and forge effective professional relationships with employees and managers
• Unquestionable Dependability: You come to work prepared, on-time and use work time appropriately. This also means you're able to work a varying schedule and communicate schedule changes with appropriate notice
• Strong People Skills: You absorb and process what you hear and see quickly and communicate relevant information in a manner that is readily understood by the intended audience
• Detail-Oriented Strategist: You're able to focus on the minutiae while keeping a strategic mindset
• Strong Eye for Aesthetics: You know how to beautify displays in a way that maximizes space and enhances sales
• Multi-Tasker: You are prepared and able to handle multiple requests, questions, and concerns simultaneously and you naturally prioritize which item needs to be resolved first
• Linguistic Abilities: You're able to write, read, speak and understand English

Capabilities

• Sustain concentration and focus in a busy environment
• Use full range of motion and utilize fine motor skills
• Pick up, carry, hold and deliver items up to 50 pounds
• Use direct, peripheral, near and far vision
• Recognize, interpret and respond to a variety of sounds

Our ideal team member:

• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Can stand for extended periods during scheduled shifts

• Is able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as part of daily responsibilities

• Works effectively as part of a team and supports coworkers when needed

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and follows sanitation standards

• Is able to follow instructions and established procedures

• Manages time effectively to keep up with workflow demands

• Is willing to learn, adapt, and take direction

• Takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area

Education and experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous experience as a dishwasher in a high-volume restaurant setting preferred