Cook - TEMP(90DAYS) - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 6AM TO 9PM

Good Food Holdings Companies • Lake Oswego, OR

22h • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares food in a high-volume production environment, provides exceptional customer service, and contributes to a positive, collaborative team environment. The role is in the Prepared Foods department and reports to the Prepared Foods Manager. This is a temporary position for 90 days, with availability required between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.

The Cook follows company recipes and specifications to prepare food for Prepared Foods stations and cases, including cook-to-order items. The position includes opening and closing preparation, stocking and maintaining products and stations, assisting customers, completing special orders, receiving merchandise, and maintaining cleanliness, food quality, and accurate product information. The Cook follows food and work safety requirements, supports the store’s sustainability program, and works cooperatively with customers, vendors, and team members in an inclusive environment.

This work takes place in a grocery store and may involve wet or slippery surfaces, moderate noise, temperature extremes in coolers and freezers, outdoor work in any temperature depending on location, and exposure to allergens or chemicals. The position involves frequent to continuous standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, and hand and wrist use. Sitting is seldom required; occasional stair, step stool, or ladder use may be required. The role may require lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds frequently and team-lifting 100 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

• Previous customer service, food service (such as restaurant or catering), retail, or grocery experience is required.
• Food preparation and cooking experience is required.
• Solid knife skills are required.
• Basic math and computation skills are required.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions and recipes.
• Ability to work a schedule based on business needs, including evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed.
• Must complete and maintain required food and work safety training or certifications.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds and occasional team lifting of 100 pounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Friendly, customer-service-oriented approach and interest in food and cooking.
• Self-motivation and strong attention to detail, quality, and presentation.

Nice To Haves

• Food preparation and cooking experience in a high-volume environment is preferred.
• Retail or grocery experience is preferred.
• Previous large-batch food preparation or production experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with culinary terminology, techniques, and industry-standard equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the kitchen for store opening and closing.
• Prepare food for Prepared Foods stations and cases, following company recipes and specifications.
• Work cook-to-order stations, including the sauté line, grill, and pizza oven.
• Process made-to-order customer items accurately and promptly.
• Follow daily prep lists and communicate production priorities with management.
• Label, date, store, and monitor food for quality and expiration dates.
• Stock and maintain Prepared Foods cases and stations; rotate and face products.
• Assist customers with product selection, packaging, labeling, recommendations, and product knowledge.
• Complete customer special orders and follow through as needed.
• Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy.
• Receive and unload merchandise; check its quality, count, and condition, and report issues.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and rotation of areas, products, and supplies; maintain equipment.
• Maintain accurate pricing and signage in accordance with merchandising standards.
• Stay aware of current advertisements, promotions, holidays, and events.
• Notify the department manager or Manager on Duty of customer service, safety, productivity, security, or other concerns that could adversely affect the store.
• Follow company policies, department and shift guidelines, food and work safety rules, and applicable regulations.
• Provide and receive constructive feedback, contribute to an inclusive workplace, conserve company resources, and work cooperatively with team members, customers, and vendors.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access for all staff.
• 30% staff shopping discount.
• Medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits for eligible full-time regular-status staff.
• 401(k) participation for eligible full-time, part-time, and temporary staff.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual beginning on the first day of employment.
• Potential eligibility for paid holidays, depending on schedule and tenure.
• Supplemental leave pay, such as parental or bereavement leave.
• Store incentive program based on financial and operational goals.
• Paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
• Discounts on some forms of public transportation.
• Adoption assistance.
• Up to $40 reimbursement for a birthday dinner or New Seasons Market groceries.

What This Job Offers

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