CLAMS ASSOCIATE

Why Palmer Food Services

We offer competitive wages and a generous benefit package that contributes a significant amount to your total compensation and your personal well‑being. Additionally, there are opportunities to distinguish yourself and move up in our established company through excellent performance and by contributing to our company mission, vision, and values. We value each member of our diverse and talented team – because at Palmer Food Services, our associates are our unfair advantage.

What we Value

• Honesty & Integrity
• Service & Excellence
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Family & Community
• Dependability & Loyalty
• Compassion

Roles and Responsibilities

• Live the company’s values by displaying high‑standard characteristics and behaviors that lead to collective success.
• Accurately follow recipes and procedures for preparing Clams Casino.
• Ensure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately.
• Assemble Clams Casino dishes with precision and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment within the cold room.
• Adhere to all safety and hygiene regulations, including proper use of protective clothing and equipment.
• Monitor and maintain cold‑room temperature and conditions to ensure food safety.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Report any issues with equipment or facilities to the supervisor.
• Participate in regular safety training and drills.
• Other duties as assigned by manager on duty.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write in English and perform basic mathematics.
• Must have the sense of responsibility to accomplish tasks without supervision.
• Must be able to adapt and react to changing needs and priorities.
• Adhere to high standards of sanitation and hygiene.
• Work in a refrigerated environment as low as 30 °F.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Pay

$16.00 – $17.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, walk, twist, stoop, bend, kneel, sit and squat.
• Use hands to pick, handle, feel, finger; reach with hands and arms, pull and push trays with product, levers and boxes.
• Must be able to talk and hear.
• Possess normal vision (with or without correction) and be able to distinguish colors.
• Fluent speech in English; writing and communication skills necessary to effectively carry out job functions.
• Read and comprehend work‑related materials, numerical data and diagrams.
• Regularly lift and carry up to 70 pounds using correct lifting techniques.
• Stand and walk on feet all day, except for scheduled breaks.
• Work in a refrigerated environment at 38‑42 °F.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Benefit Time (PTO, Holiday, and Sick)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• Eligibility for Annual Profit‑Sharing Bonus
• 15% Employee Discount on Retail Grocery Items (Includes Fresh Meat & Seafood)
• Associate Discounts on Warehouse Food Products
• Employee Appreciation Events
• And much more