Kitchen Labor - 1st Shift - Starting at $18.50

1440 Foods Manufacturing • Jeffersonville, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Laborer assists with preparing and handling ingredients for food production in a manufacturing facility. The role requires working efficiently and safely in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM and starts at $18.50 per hour. Overtime may be required before or after regular weekday shifts and on weekends; overtime may be voluntary or mandatory depending on business needs.

The role involves preparing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, handling and sanitizing food and work areas, monitoring quality, portioning and packaging ingredients, and collaborating with kitchen and production teams. The work takes place in a production facility where personal protective equipment is required in manufacturing areas. Moving machinery is present, and noise levels vary, with higher levels in plant operations areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with team members.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to food production processes.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds over an entire shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, crouching, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to work in a hot, humid environment while performing sanitation tasks.
• Ability to use knives to cut open bags and dump 50-pound bags at high frequency.
• Wear required personal protective equipment in manufacturing areas.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a kitchen, food service, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with food preparation or handling.
• Food safety certification, such as ServSafe.

Responsibilities

• Wash, chop, measure, and mix ingredients for production.
• Follow standardized recipes and production guidelines to support consistency and quality.
• Prepare ingredients for manufacturing using basic kitchen equipment such as mixers, blenders, and slicers.
• Handle ingredients safely and follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, including temperature control and proper storage.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area by sanitizing surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
• Assist with operating food processors, grinders, ovens, and other kitchen machinery as production needs require.
• Check that kitchen tools and equipment are in good working condition and report issues to the supervisor.
• Help monitor food quality during preparation to ensure it meets company standards.
• Assist with portioning and packaging ingredients for further processing or delivery to the production line.
• Work with kitchen and production teams to support smooth workflow and timely production.
• Assist other kitchen staff with cleaning, organizing, and restocking as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to food safety standards for personal hygiene, food handling, and waste disposal.
• Comply with facility health and safety regulations and guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with automatic wage increases based on continued service.
• Performance bonuses.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Onsite gym.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• In-house training and internal job board for promotion opportunities.
• Service awards.
• Charitable activities and local impact opportunities.
• Free protein bars and healthy snacks.

What This Job Offers

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