What are the responsibilities and job description for the Salad Maker position at CHOPT - 400 Madison?
Do you like to work in a fast paced environment? Do you like to make people happy? Do you want to be a part of a team that is changing the way America eats one salad at a time? If so, then you can be a Salad Maker for Chopt. Our customers expect a show when they enter into a Chopt. It’s up to our salad making professionals (aka Choprs) to ensure the service, food quality, accuracy and overall experience is Better every day.
Responsibilities:
- Assembling and preparing salads according to Chopt standards
- Interacting with our customers in order to ensure every salad is made with personalized attention
- Working with a mezzaluna (dual handled blade in the shape of a half-moon) to chop salads according to customer liking
- Learning recipe builds, dressing flavor profiles, and salad pairings in order to make appropriate recommendations to the customers
- Adhering to all steps of service so that our customer’s needs are met with each transaction
- Keeping a clean and safe work environment adhering to all safety and sanitation standards
- Recognizing regulars and making suggestions in order to provide exceptional customer service experiences
- Making sure your station is stocked, clean and organized at all times
- Committing to educating yourself on new salads as they are introduced in order to expand your food knowledge
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must have the ability to communicate in basic English with customers
- Ability to understand customer requests as well as the ability to respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate recommendations
- Must understand and execute food safety and sanitation protocols
- Standing, stooping, kneeling, walking , wiping, reaching, bending and lifting are required actions throughout a shift
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities during the shift
- Must be able to perform duties that require standing for long periods of time and fast movement
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
- Previous restaurant experience preferred but not required
Benefits of working at Chopt:
- Competitive hourly rates and performance based pay increases
- A clear career path with opportunities for advancement – 50% of all managers started in hourly positions
- Variety of Health and Wellness Benefits
- Pre-Tax Transit and Flexible Spending Benefits
- Generous PTO Policy for all employees
- Complimentary meal each shift
- Employee Assistance Resources
Work Conditions/Hours:
- Hours will vary and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays
- All Chopt employees will be hired on a variable hour basis. Hours are scheduled based on performance and business necessities