Food Production - Prep Operator III

Farmer's Fridge • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Farmer’s Fridge is on a mission to make it simple for everyone to eat well. We serve healthy, handcrafted meals and snacks from our growing network of 400+ software-enabled vending machines that we refer to as smart Fridges, and a new direct-to-consumer business. We are striving to change the food system from the ground up – one Fridge or delivery at a time.
We are a team that cares about the business, our product's impact, and each other. We are data-driven, innovative, and quick to move on to a good idea. We are looking for people who want to collaborate in an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture and are passionate about succeeding.
In this Processing role with our Production Team, you will:
Responsible for Level 1 and 2 responsibilities as well as elevated responsibilities for the processing team
Step up for lead when lead is absent to ensure that all work is completed in full and on time for that respective functional area
Fully functional on processing machines: Manual dressing sealers, immersion blenders, Robot Coupe R2, CL52, deli slicer, chicken shredder, ovens, Kronen gs-10 (belt cutter), kronen wash machine (produce washer), Urschel sprint, spin dryers
Act as point of contact for functional area, communicate status updates with Assistant supervisors in absence of leads
Process food using techniques and equipment that may have an increased physical safety risk and has a food safety check associated (CCP)

Requirements

• Previous experience in kitchen, food prep, or food service related work preferred
• Knowledge of various food prep methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage preferred
• Able to stand and work for long periods of time (10 hour shifts) in a cold environment (around 40 degrees) and lift at least 50 lbs.
• Able to stay organized and flexible in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Level 1 and 2 responsibilities as well as elevated responsibilities for the processing team
• Step up for lead when lead is absent to ensure that all work is completed in full and on time for that respective functional area
• Fully functional on processing machines: Manual dressing sealers, immersion blenders, Robot Coupe R2, CL52, deli slicer, chicken shredder, ovens, Kronen gs-10 (belt cutter), kronen wash machine (produce washer), Urschel sprint, spin dryers
• Act as point of contact for functional area, communicate status updates with Assistant supervisors in absence of leads
• Process food using techniques and equipment that may have an increased physical safety risk and has a food safety check associated (CCP)

Benefits

• Enjoy free lunch every day! An annual value of $4,000!
• Competitive Salary & 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
• Traditional benefits for full-time hourly – Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term, and Long Term Disability
• Equity available to full-time employees after 1 year of employment
• Generous sick leave & PTO policy
• Up to 10 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees