Culinary Production Associate

De Novo HRConsulting & Business Advisory

Culinary Production Associate

Trenton, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Do you enjoy working in a kitchen? Do you like preparing meals? Consider joining our team as a Culinary Production Associate in a fast-paced environment! We are seeking a detail-oriented professional cook who will consistently prepare and package high-quality food for distribution.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Work Location: In person

    Essential Responsibilities:

    • Receive and store provisions following all food safety standards.
    • Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables to the specifications required for company recipes. Meat and Fish cutting experience a plus
    • Ensure all products are cooked and cooked to the times and temperatures specified in company recipes.
    • Maintain a clean kitchen and work area that meets the highest standards of cleanliness.
    • Disassemble and clean kitchen equipment daily and as required to maintain its safety and performance.
    • Maintain an organized kitchen by wash and putting away pans, cookware, utensils, etc.
    • Operate packaging equipment and apply labels.

    Required Qualifications:

    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • Minimum 1 year of foodservice experience.
    • Familiar with basic cooking techniques including blanching, braising, roasting, searing, poaching, grilling, frying, and sauce-making.
    • Ability to lift up to 49 pounds, as well as carry, push, pull, bend, twist, and kneel.
    • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
    • Have completed or be willing to complete a food handler certification.
    • Punctual, with reliable transportation.

    Benefits:

    Full-time team members are eligible for benefits. Eligibility is subject to the Plan terms and conditions.

    • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • PPE & Uniform