Food Court Clerk 1
About the job
- Ability to work in a fast-food, restaurant, or retail grocery environment while multitasking and maintaining efficiency.
- Ability to handle food-service equipment such as dishwashers, fryers, woks, and ovens; training is provided.
- Willingness to be cross-trained in different food court areas.
- Ability to work at fast speeds.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Full range of upper-body motion.
- Ability to work in environments with possible exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Availability for weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
- Regular and timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, with adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
- Provide guest service by greeting guests, answering questions, addressing concerns, and handling interactions professionally.
- Assist guests with orders, recommend menu items, and provide friendly service.
- Prepare and serve food court offerings, including coffee, pizza, and popcorn, while maintaining food quality and safety standards.
- Maintain a sanitary and organized food court by stocking supplies, updating food safety logs, and keeping workspaces clean.
- Support fellow associates in a restaurant-like setting to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Follow food safety protocols, operate fryers, ovens, and woks, and maintain proper temperature controls for prepared foods.
- Perform other duties as needed to support the team.
- A friendly, team-oriented attitude with strong guest service skills.
About the company
Festival Foods is a Wisconsin-based grocer with 40+ full-service supermarkets. It provides groceries and everyday essentials with a focus on strong customer service and value, supported by extensive associate benefits and programs that aim to empower staff. The stores stock a wide range of products in a traditional grocery format, including fresh departments, household items, and personal care, and they emphasize community involvement in their operations. Unlike many competitors, Festival Foods differentiates itself through its commitment to giving back to Wisconsin communities and treating guests and associates as top priorities. The company’s goal is to serve Wisconsin communities with reliable, friendly service and good value while supporting its employees and local programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
De Pere, Wisconsin
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Todd Schnuck closed the acquisition on October 20, 2025, adding 51 stores and scale.
- Festival opened Kimberly on September 20, 2026, and Hudson opens November 8, 2026.
- Adam Whitney became COO in August 2026, tightening merchandising and fresh execution.
What critics are saying
- Festival faces a $7.5 million overtime settlement in Dyer v. Skogen’s Foodliner, Inc.
- Greenfield closed after a November 4, 2026 WARN layoff notice, signaling weak locations.
- Failed integration erases Festival’s local-brand advantage and triggers customer defections.
What makes Festival Foods unique
- Festival Foods keeps 42 Wisconsin stores and local banners under 1939 Group, since 2025.
- Its community-focused format survived Schnuck ownership, preserving headquarters in Wisconsin and store-level autonomy.
- Mark Skogen’s 2025 sale protected employee legacy through ESOP inclusion and banner continuity.
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Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match