Food Production Worker

WSLM Recruiting • Taylorsville, UT

6d • $14 - $16

About The Position

The Food Production Worker supports daily food preparation and meal service while maintaining quality, sanitation, and presentation standards. The role prepares food according to standardized recipes, assists with portioning and service, and helps ensure food production runs safely and efficiently. It contributes to a positive dining experience and supports Western States Lodging & Management’s mission of “Serving You Like Family.”

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, production instructions, and food safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Ability to communicate positively and professionally with guests, clients, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, quality, and food presentation.
• Dependable, team-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to manage multiple preparation tasks in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Food Handler Permit or certification as required by state or local regulations.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, mornings, evenings, or other shifts as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food preparation, cooking, or food production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to standardized recipes, menus, and established quality standards.
• Gather ingredients, supplies, and equipment needed for daily food production.
• Follow production schedules so food is ready for scheduled meal service.
• Monitor food for proper taste, smell, appearance, temperature, and overall quality.
• Obtain supervisor approval before making food substitutions or significant recipe changes.
• Assist with portioning, plating, and serving food before and during meal periods.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle food products.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection control, and loss prevention procedures.
• Safely and efficiently use kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies.
• Help minimize food waste through proper preparation, portioning, and storage.
• Assist with menus, recipes, production records, and other required documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized food preparation environment.
• Collaborate with culinary and service associates to support efficient meal service.

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%.
• Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties.
• Eligible full-time associates may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) and vacation benefits.
• Competitive pay of $14–$16 per hour; starting rate based on experience and qualifications, with opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED