Sam's Cafe Associate, Back of House

Position Summary... What you'll do... Job Description Summary: Supports daily operations within the Sensory Kitchen at the Sams Club Home Office by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and efficient handling of materials and equipment. This role is responsible for receiving deliveries, managing inventory, washing dishes, and ensuring all kitchen and storage areas meet food safety and sanitation standards. The associate plays a critical role in enabling sensory testing and product development by keeping the kitchen environment prepared, safe, and operational. Position: Sam's Cafe Associate, Back of House (Sensory Kitchen Support Associate) Location: Bentonville, AR Sams Club Home Office (Sensory Kitchen) Employment Type: Hourly Pay $17-$20/hour Schedule: MondayFriday | 7:00 AM 4:00 PM Sponsorship Availability: No Reports To: Senior Manager, Sensory Operations Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Strong attention to detail and organization skills Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures Preferred Experience: 1+ year experience in food service, kitchen operations, or back-of-house roles Experience with dishwashing, sanitation, or inventory handling Food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent), or ability to obtain within 45 days Key Responsibilities: Receiving & Inventory Management 35% Receive, inspect, and unload deliveries from suppliers and internal partners Unbox, label, and organize products and materials Maintain accurate and organized storage across dry, refrigerated, and frozen areas Track inventory levels and communicate shortages or issues Dishwashing & Sanitation 35% Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using commercial and manual methods Ensure all items meet sanitation and cleanliness standards Clean and sanitize workstations, sinks, and prep areas Dispose of waste and maintain clean waste areas Kitchen Organization & Maintenance 20% Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storage spaces Restock supplies (utensils, containers, cleaning materials) Ensure proper labeling and storage practices Monitor equipment cleanliness and report maintenance needs Operational Support 10% Assist with setup and breakdown of sensory testing activities Support team with general kitchen readiness tasks Follow all company policies, food safety, and operational procedures Complete additional tasks as assigned Key Skills / Competencies Organization and time management Attention to detail Teamwork and collaboration Personable and helpful attitude Basic communication skills Reliability and accountability Food safety and sanitation awareness Physical Requirements Stand and move for extended periods Lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs Bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions Work in varying temperatures (coolers, freezers, kitchen heat) Work in wet and potentially slippery environments Work Environment Fast-paced sensory kitchen and food testing environment Exposure to food products, kitchen equipment, and cleaning chemicals Indoor work at corporate office facility Compliance & Certifications Must follow all company food safety policies and procedures Required to obtain food safety certification within 45 days of hire (if applicable) Adhere to Walmart/Sams Club standards of ethics and integrity Respect the individual: Demonstrates and encourages respect for others drives a positive associate and customer member experience for all embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences supports workplaces where associated feel seen and connected through a culture of belonging so all associates thrive and perform contributes to an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work Respect the individual: Demonstrates engagement and commitment to the team developing others through feedback coaching mentoring and developmental opportunities and recognizes others contributions and accomplishments Respect the individual: Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners works collaboratively to achieve objectives communicates with impact and listens attentively to a range of audiences and demonstrates energy and positivity for own work Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers and the world around us eg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving Act with Integrity: Follows the law our code of conduct and company policies and encourages others to do the same supports an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns reinforces our culture of nonretaliation listens to concerns raised by associates and takes action acts with accountability for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values Act with Integrity: Is consistently humble selfaware honest and transparent Serve our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customermember first and applying an omnimerchant mindset and acts with an Every Day LowCost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customersmembers Serve our Customers and Members Adopts a broad perspective that considers data analytics customermember insights and different parts of the business when making plans Strive for Excellence: Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset seeks feedback asks thoughtful questions supports innovation and intelligent risktaking and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks Strive for Excellence: Implements and supports continuous improvements and willingly embraces new digital tools and ways of working At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet! -Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage -Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance -Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. - Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The hourly wage range for this position is $16.00 - $28.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet! -Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage -Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance -Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. - Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The hourly wage range for this position is $16.00 - $28.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Minimum Qualifications Obtain certified ServSafe Food Handler or related food safety certification within 45 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Catering and restaurant operations, Commercial Cooking Food Services - ServSafe Certification - Certification Primary Location... 2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment. About Walmart: Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.