Food Production Worker

WSLM Recruiting • Coeur d'Alene, ID

1d • $17 - $18

About The Position

TownePlace Suites Coeur D'Alene is seeking a Food Production Worker to support daily food preparation and meal service while maintaining high standards for food quality, sanitation, and presentation. The role involves preparing food according to standardized recipes, assisting with portioning and service, and helping ensure food production runs safely and efficiently.

The schedule is 2–3 days per week, with shifts available Monday through Friday from 5:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and weekends from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Scheduling flexibility is preferred. The position pays $17–$18 per hour; the starting rate depends on experience and qualifications, and future pay growth may be available based on performance and career development.

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.
• Previous food preparation, cooking, or food production experience.

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 to ensure 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 established 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 practices.
• Assist with maintaining menus, recipes, production records, and other required documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized food preparation environment.
• Work collaboratively with culinary and service associates to support efficient meal service.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 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.
• Eligible full-time associates may receive optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Eligible full-time associates may receive Personal Time Off (PTO) and vacation benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED