Prep Cook

Caraluzzi • Newtown, CT

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About The Position

Caraluzzi's Markets is a family-owned grocery store serving communities in Connecticut. The Prepared Foods department offers fresh prepared meals and sides for everyday dining, entertaining, and catering. The Prep Cook assists with ingredient preparation, product replenishment, and customer service while maintaining high standards of quality and freshness.

Requirements

• Proficiency with basic knife skills, including dicing and chopping.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and product quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a multi-temperature environment, including refrigerated areas.

Nice To Haves

• Previous culinary, restaurant, cooking, or food preparation experience.
• Culinary Arts education or a related degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking, including dicing, chopping, and other food preparation tasks.
• Provide customer service at the service counter by answering questions and offering meal suggestions.
• Package, stock, and replenish products as needed.
• Assist customers with catering orders and entertaining needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Follow food safety procedures and department standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan assistance
• Vacation time off
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed