Central Market (Dallas) Cooking School Lead Instructor - Full time

Responsibilities

• A Sales Lead will be responsible for applying advanced skills in procedures and techniques specific to area of specialization.
• May carry out supervisory responsibilities.
• Order assigned products to maximize sales.
• Possess and convey a culinary level of food expertise.
• Work under minimal supervision and from detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Apply accepted guidelines, rules and procedures to decisions.
• Continually monitor and immediately address problems.
• Make sound decisions on everyday issues and problems.
• Requires specific product knowledge depending on the Department.
• Assist in ordering.
• May assist in writing weekly Department schedule.
• Identify and address high priority activities first.
• Communicate clear expectations for assignments.
• Delegate responsibility to appropriate Partners.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain operating effectiveness.
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.

Requirements

Typically requires 5-8 years experience. Previous retail/restaurant experience.

Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Materials Handling Equipment certification

Skills

• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation is essential
• Strong customer service skills
• Passion for food
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures