Prepared Foods Team Cook Part-time - Northampton
About The Position
The Prepared Foods Team Cook prepares and cooks deli food according to specifications from the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager, while providing prompt, friendly, helpful customer service. The position supports department goals for sales, margin, labor, and customer service. This part-time role requires open availability, including evenings and weekends, and reports to the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager. It is a non-exempt, Pay Level II position. River Valley Co-op describes its staff as ambassadors for its mission of creating a just marketplace that nourishes the community. The cooperative works toward a more sustainable and just future, supports local food producers and community partners, and is committed to social justice and developing anti-racism and multicultural skills. It aims to create positive impacts for employees, business partners, customers, the local economy, the community, and the environment.
Requirements
- Experience cooking for a deli, restaurant, or catering operation.
- Organized attention to detail.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for long hours and work in close quarters with many team members.
- Ability to communicate in a positive tone with team members and customers.
- Ability to work varied shifts beginning at 6 a.m. and ending after 10 p.m.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and cover shifts as needed.
- Neat appearance and a personable attitude.
- Ability to arrive on time for scheduled shifts and accurately use a time clock.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Willingness to handle meat and seafood.
- Ability to properly operate and clean an electric meat slicer.
- Manual dexterity with all department equipment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dishes following specifications from the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager.
- Maintain accurate, current records of the cost of preparing daily offerings.
- Research and develop new recipes.
- Serve as a role model and information conduit for deli staff regarding ingredients and products used in the kitchen.
- Label and date all dishes accurately and include all ingredients.
- Foodbank unsellable products according to department procedure and record them on shrink sheets.
- Maintain an orderly kitchen according to guidelines set by the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager.
- Follow food safety procedures, including cold and hot storage procedures.
- Advise the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager and Prepared Foods Manager about equipment repairs, replacements, or upgrades.
- Read and initial daily deli communication logs.
- Attend and participate in team and storewide meetings.
- Perform other tasks assigned by the Prepared Foods Kitchen Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
