Cook - TEMP(90DAYS) - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 7AM TO 10PM

Good Food Holdings Companies•Portland, OR

3d•$20 - $26

About The Position

The Cook prepares food in a high-volume production environment, provides exceptional customer service, and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment. The position 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 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. The Cook prepares food for Prepared Foods stations and cases according to company recipes and specifications; works cook-to-order stations; maintains product quality, labeling, dating, storage, and rotation; and assists customers with selections, special orders, and made-to-order items. The role also includes opening and closing preparation, stocking, receiving merchandise, maintaining cleanliness and equipment, and following food, work, and other company safety policies. The position works in a grocery store environment that may include wet or slippery surfaces, moderate noise, temperature extremes in coolers and freezers, outdoor work in any temperature depending on location, and exposure to certain allergens or chemicals. The job involves frequent to continuous standing, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping; frequent hand and wrist use; occasional stair, step stool, or ladder climbing depending on location; and occasional team lifting up to 100 pounds and frequent lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Requirements

Previous customer service, food service (such as restaurant or catering), retail, or grocery experience is required.
Food preparation and cooking experience is required; high-volume experience is preferred.
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.
Friendly, customer-service-oriented approach and interest in food and cooking.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
High attention to detail, quality, and presentation.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds and occasional team lifting up to 100 pounds.
Must complete and maintain required food and work safety training or certifications.
Availability required between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.; schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
Reliable and predictable attendance and ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities.

Nice To Haves

Retail or grocery experience is preferred.
Previous large-batch food preparation or production experience is preferred.
Familiarity with culinary terminology and techniques and industry-standard equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare the kitchen for store opening and closing.
Prepare food for Prepared Foods stations and cases using company recipes and specifications to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Attend to labeling, dating, storage, expiration dates, and food quality.
Work sauté, grill, pizza oven, and other cook-to-order stations.
Stock and maintain Prepared Foods cases and stations.
Process customers’ made-to-order items accurately and promptly.
Check and follow the daily prep list and communicate production priorities with management.
Help customers with product selection, packaging, and labeling; share product knowledge and make recommendations based on customer needs.
Complete customer special orders and provide follow-through as needed.
Stock, rotate, and face products while attending to quality and expiration dates.
Handle damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
Receive and unload merchandise; check its quality, count, and condition, and report issues to management and the merchandising team.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and rotation of work areas, products, and supplies.
Maintain accurate pricing and signage in accordance with merchandising standards.
Follow shift-specific guidelines, tasks, and responsibilities; stay aware of current ads, promotions, holidays, and events.
Apply culinary terminology, equipment, techniques, and measurement skills, including accurate conversions for large-scale production.
Notify the department manager or Manager On Duty about customer service, safety, productivity, security, or other situations that could adversely affect the store.
Provide friendly customer service, cooperate respectfully with team members, customers, and vendors, and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Follow company work and food safety policies, applicable regulations, and company rules; contribute to store cleanliness and maintain equipment.
Conserve company resources and work consistently with company values and its sustainability program.
Complete 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, and disability benefits for eligible full-time, regular-status staff who regularly work at least 24 hours per week and have worked for 60 days.
401(k) participation for eligible full-time, part-time, and temporary staff who have worked for 60 days and are at least 21 years old.
Paid time off accrual beginning on the first day of employment; accrual depends on hours worked and tenure.
Possible 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 to volunteer at a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Discounts on some forms of public transportation.
Adoption assistance.
Up to $40 reimbursement for birthday dinner or New Seasons Market groceries.