Candy Cook & Confectioner - Broadway

Kitchen Production Position

JOB SUMMARY
The kitchen production position is responsible for preparing a variety of quality products, including fudge, caramel corns, brittles, caramel apples and other caramel dipped items.  This position will be expected to create products that meet the Kilwins Standard of products on a regular basis ensuring the store remains stocked with freshly made products. Additionally, the position will be expected to assist with a variety of duties when not preparing products, with a primary focus on ensuring customers have an outstanding experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Greets and interacts with customers
2. Answers customer questions and makes sales suggestions
3. Has a working knowledge of product offerings
4. Makes product following Kilwins-approved recipes
5. Follows proper regulations for food handling
6. Assists with restocking and setting up displays
7. Operates Point of Sale (POS) system
8. General cleaning; dust, sweep, mop, and wash windows, empty garbage
9. Packs boxes and baskets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to operate POS system and count back change
2. Ability to work well with others, listens well and follows direction
3. Must be customer service oriented, with good personality and manners
4. Must read and speak English and have good communication skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Current student or High School diploma/equivalent
2. Previous food preparation experience helpful, but not necessary
3. Previous sales experience helpful, but not necessary

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must be able to lift 50 pounds
2. Must be able to stand for long periods of time while cooking over a gas stove in retail store environment