Prep Cook

Line Cook

Friendly Confines Restaurants · Winter Park, FL

Line Cook Position We're looking for a skilled and motivated Line Cook to join our kitchen team. The Line Cook will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating menu items according to recipe and quality standards, while maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. This rolerequires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities • Prepare, season, and cook menu items following Friendly Confines' recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. • Work multiple stations on the line (grill, sauté, fry, pantry, etc.) as needed. • Ensure food is consistently prepared, cooked to proper temperatures, and delivered to the pass in a timely manner. • Assist with daily prep tasks (chopping, marinating, portioning, etc.) to keep stations stocked and ready. • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work station throughout service. • Follow proper food handling, storage, and labeling procedures in compliance with health and safety regulations. • Monitor and minimize food waste by practicing portion control and proper rotation (FIFO). • Set up and break down stations efficiently before and after service. • Communicate effectively with other line cooks, prep cooks, and servers to ensure smooth service. • Support fellow team members during peak rushes by assisting other stations when needed. • Follow instructions from the Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager with attention to detail. • Uphold Friendly Confines' standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation. • Ensure guest orders are accurate and delivered in a timely manner. • Take pride in crafting meals that enhance the guest experience and reflect the restaurant's reputation. Qualifications • Previous line cook or kitchen experience preferred, but not required (willing to train the right candidate). • Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment. • Strong sense of urgency, time management, and attention to detail. • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs. • Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays. What We Offer • Competitive hourly pay. • Growth opportunities within the Friendly Confines restaurant group. • Staff meals and discounts. • Supportive, team-oriented work environment. Join the Friendly Confines Family: If you're passionate about cooking, thrive in a team-driven environment, and want to be part of a restaurant that values both its people and its guests, we'd love to have you on board. Location: Friendly Confines, 3088 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792 Sincerely, Cody Boschee Kitchen Manager

Summary Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 78 years of serving our nation's Veterans, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic Vending Supply Clerk for our Orlando, FL VA Medical Center Canteen. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families, along with prior multi-unit experience. Learn more about this agency Duties Help Duties include but are not limited to: • Conducting daily inspections of assigned vending machines to ensure they are operable, adequately stocked and clean. • Restocking all machines as required with fresh, quality products and removing and properly discarding all expired product. Replenishing supply items such as cutlery, napkins and condiments as needed. • Ensuring machines are functioning properly. Ensuring that are maintained/cleaned in accordance with manufacturer instructions and VCS policy. Performing minor maintenance and contacting vendors as required. • Ensuring meter readings are recorded, bill and coin changers contain ample change and proper security measures are in place to prevent theft and/or loss. • Maintaining adequate levels of stock on hand and a clean and efficient stockroom. Placing and receiving orders, conducting inventories and ensuring proper storage to protect against waste and spoilage. • Verifying cash withdrawals from each machine and completing the required documents. Securing all cash and ensuring it is received and properly stored by management after collection. • Performing additional duties such as assisting in the café, brew or retail store as needed. Requirements Help Conditions of employment As a Condition of Employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - Your performance and conduct - The needs and interests of the agency - Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government - Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Additional Conditions of Employment include: -Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. -Subject to background/security investigation. Qualifications Requirements: • Excellent customer service skills. • Ability to read and interpret instructions and perform basic math. • Minimum of one (1) year experience working with vending machines. • Requires constant standing, walking, and frequent bending. • Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. • A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service. Additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

$14–$18/hr

Warehouse Associate

TJX · Winter Park, FL

TJ Maxx is seeking Warehouse Associates / Stockers to assist with receiving shipments, organizing inventory, and stocking merchandise on the sales floor. Warehouse / Stocker Associates are responsible for unloading delivery trucks, sorting merchandise, tagging and pricing items, organizing backroom inventory, moving merchandise to the sales floor, stocking shelves and racks, setting up displays, and maintaining store organization and cleanliness. This position typically pays $14 to $18 per hour, with opportunities for overtime pay, overnight shift differential (where applicable), holiday pay, and performance-based raises depending on location and shift.Warehouse / Stocker Associates are responsible for unloading deliveries, sorting merchandise, scanning or tagging items, organizing inventory in the backroom, stocking shelves and racks, setting up promotional displays, assisting customers when needed, and maintaining a clean and organized stockroom and sales floor. Employees must follow company stocking procedures and safety guidelines while working in a fast-paced retail environment. Full-time and part-time employees may be eligible for benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, 401(k), paid time off, employee discount programs, and opportunities for advancement into Backroom Coordinator, Key Carrier, or Assistant Manager roles. Some locations may also offer attendance incentives and holiday pay.

Thrift Store Manager

Boys & Girls Clubs of America · Winter Park, FL

Thrift Store Manager The Thrift Store Manager drives the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida (BGCCF) mission through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and effective resource management. This role demands a blend of competencies that foster both internal team growth andexternal community engagement. The manager directs all facets of store operations, from inventory procurement and innovative merchandising to the supervision of staff and volunteer activities. Leading a team of 10-15, including an Assistant Store Manager, Shift Supervisors, employees, and volunteers, the Manager oversees recruitment, training, and performance evaluations. Aligning sales strategies with fiscal objectives and cultivating an uplifting team atmosphere that prioritizes safety, engagement, and the full expression of employee potential are key responsibilities of this role. Administrative responsibilities encompass vendor liaison, equipment upkeep, inventory management, and the execution of operational strategies that advance BGCCF's fundraising goals and community impact. Responsibilities Key Roles • Drives customer focus and builds effective team competencies to recommend and establish store policies, procedures, and protocols, ensuring a superior customer service experience and a secure, welcoming environment. • Employs and develops talent and manages conflict. Skilled in the hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of staff and volunteers. • Cultivating a team-oriented culture that values safety, engagement, ethics, and high performance. Strategic Planning • Demonstrates a strategic mindset, taking responsibility for crafting a comprehensive business plan that includes marketing strategies, operational procedures, promotions, standards of operation, and forecasting to guide future expansion and community impact. Resource Management • Showcases financial acumen by managing daily cash handling, accounting processes, budget creation, and expenditure oversight in collaboration with the COO & finance department. • Applies decision quality and cultivates innovation in inventory control, including record-keeping, loss prevention, and efficient turnover, to enhance store success and customer relationships. • Regularly performs store and warehouse inspections to identify and address safety, maintenance, and cleanliness issues, underscoring a commitment to a high-quality shopping and working environment. • Ensure regular maintenance of the store truck, including routine checks and servicing, to uphold its appearance and functionality. Partnership Development and Marketing • Strengthens community and vendor relationships through effective partnership development, working closely with individual and corporate donors and other retail partners to ensure a steady flow of inventory donations. • Collaborates with the VP of Marketing & Community Relations to maintain brand integrity across all collateral materials, social media content, and signage, while also driving community awareness and engagement through innovative marketing and merchandising strategies. Warehouse Management • Organizes warehouse inventory in alignment with organizational procedures, prioritizing efficiency, and security, and liaises with the Director of Facilities to ensure the maintenance of the store and property, demonstrating situational adaptability to respond to and address shifting priorities. Additional Accountability Supervisory Responsibilities • Demonstrates proficiency in leadership and team development by actively managing a diverse team, including performance evaluations, objective setting, and facilitating professional growth through coaching and development opportunities. • Exhibits strong organizational and planning skills in managing staff schedules to ensure operational efficiency, optimal staffing levels, and effective labor cost management while fostering a positive team environment. Relationships Internal: • Cultivates strong internal relationships by engaging in daily, meaningful interactions with Thrift Store staff and volunteers, fostering an environment of open communication and collaboration. Actively liaise with supervisors and other key stakeholders to exchange vital information, ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency. External: • Builds and maintains robust external relationships, establishing rapport with vendors, donors, customers, and the broader community. This role emphasizes strategic communication and partnership development to enhance the store's visibility, resource acquisition, and customer satisfaction. • Uphold BGCCF's code of conduct by exercising sound judgment to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure that personal or family interests do not interfere with or appear to interfere with the organization's interests. This includes avoiding external activities that could compromise the ability to make unbiased decisions for BGCCF. Environmental and Working Conditions • The position requires working in both indoor and outdoor environments of a retail store setting, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions. • Required to operate a motor vehicle. • Work in environments frequented by the public, requiring adherence to safety and conduct standards that ensure a child-friendly and family-oriented atmosphere. • Must be adaptable to a dynamic work schedule, including evenings and weekends. Physical and Mental Requirements • Ability to read, understand, and interpret a wide range of documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and policy manuals, as well as various forms of instructions (oral, written, diagrams, schedules). • Proficiency in manual tasks requiring the use of hands for handling, feeling, operating store equipment, and performing detailed work with visual and auditory acuity to ensure high safety standards in a retail and warehouse environment. • Effective communication skills, both verbal and auditory, for clear interactions with staff, donors, customers, and community members, including the capacity to hear and respond in dynamic, sometimes noisy conditions. • Physical endurance to frequently stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with the flexibility to switch between sitting and moving as required by the job. • Regular lifting and moving of merchandise up to 50 lbs and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs, demonstrating safe and efficient handling practices. • Specific vision abilities required, particularly close vision, to manage tasks requiring precision and to monitor the environment effectively. • Frequent operation of a motor vehicle. • Demonstrated mental resilience, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, ensuring strategic decision-making and effective challenge resolution in a retail setting. • Emotional intelligence and leadership skills to guide and motivate a diverse team, fostering a positive work environment and managing interpersonal dynamics constructively. Pre-Employment and Ongoing Compliance Requirements • Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. • Continued employment is contingent upon passing randomized drug screenings as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Disclaimer The information presented in this job description is intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to change based on the needs of the club and the direction of the Club Director and Chief Executive Officer.