Café Clerk

Café Clerk – Prepared Foods

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to building a more equitable and sustainable food system. We support local farmers and producers while creating a welcoming, inclusive shopping experience for everyone in our community.

We’re looking for a Café Clerk who enjoys working in a fast-paced food service environment, takes pride in preparing high-quality food and beverages, and provides excellent customer service. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, team-oriented, and passionate about natural foods.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll support daily operations in the Café by:

• Preparing sandwiches, beverages, and other menu items according to recipes and food safety guidelines 
• Providing friendly, helpful customer service and responding to customer needs
• Keeping the café, dining area, and prep spaces clean, stocked, and organized
• Ensuring proper food safety, sanitation, and storage practices
• Assisting with receiving deliveries and verifying product quality and invoices
• Maintaining accurate signage and menu displays
• Supporting inventory counts and minimizing waste
• Communicating equipment or operational needs to the Prepared Foods Manager
• Working efficiently to support team workflow and daily production needs
• Following all department procedures and safety standards

What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to meet someone who:

• Has previous food service or customer service experience (preferred) 
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organization
• Brings a strong work ethic and reliability
• Communicates clearly and works well with a team
• Has an interest in natural and organic foods and cooperative values
• Is comfortable working with the public and diverse communities (preferred)
• Is available to work a flexible schedule, including at least one weekend day

What It’s Like to Work Here

At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and shared success. Our Prepared Foods team takes pride in creating fresh, high-quality offerings while supporting one another in a positive, team-oriented environment.

Physical & Work Environment

• Fast-paced kitchen and retail environment 
• Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs; team lifts over 100 lbs) 
• Work in varied conditions including hot kitchen areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers 
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise and shared workspaces 
• Use of equipment, tools, and ladders as needed 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
• Opportunities for growth and development

Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year

All employees receive:
• Store discount
• Paid vacation time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.