Production Cook - Plum Market Food Service - Lake Trust CU

Plum Market • Brighton, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Plum Market Foodservice Team – Where Passion for Food Meets Excellence! Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Food Service industry. We are dedicated to providing the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty ingredients, ensuring a high-quality experience for every Guest we serve. Our Food Service Team Members are at the heart of our operation, bringing a passion for exceptional food and hospitality. Whether preparing fresh meals, serving our Guests, or maintaining the highest food safety standards, we take pride in delivering outstanding quality and service every day. At Plum Market Food Service, we foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where Team Members are valued and supported. If you’re passionate about food, hospitality, and being part of a dynamic team, we’d love to have you apply! Plum Market Food Service is more than just a workplace – it’s an opportunity to grow your passion for food and hospitality in a rewarding environment. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Requirements

• 1 year experience as a cook.
• Think quickly and be ready and able to fill in where needed to ensure service, food safety and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of proper rotation principals.
• Able to open and close the kitchen properly.
• Able to assist with checking refrigeration points to ensure all temp logs are filled out properly.
• Stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
• A passion for cooking and desire to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, detail-oriented, multi-tasker that can delegate tasks when needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
• Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift loads, up to 50 lbs. unassisted, push and pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service.
• Quickly prepare, cook, and serve food according to menu and guest requests.
• Adhere to Plum Market’s quality expectations in regards to food preparation, cleanliness, and overall presentation of the culinary.
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition.
• Open and close the kitchen properly.
• Assist with checking refrigeration points to ensure all temp logs are filled out properly.
• Provide fast and courteous Service to the Customer.
• Perform proper food safety and sanitation.
• Demonstrate good knife skills.
• Be self-motivated.
• Keep the entire kitchen clean and in excellent working condition.
• Communicate any and all needs to the manager.
• Receive deliveries, stock shelves, coolers, and properly rotate product.
• Sweep and mop the floors on a daily basis.
• Wash dishes as needed.
• Prepare, heat and serve all the components of the daily menu.
• Assist on Catering orders with the manager.
• Drop off catering orders.
• Maintain the hot bar during lunch service.
• Assist Sandwich Station and Salad Station as needed.

Benefits

• Work life balance – Most shifts are Monday thru Friday mornings. Weekends and Holidays off.
• Hands-on Training – Gain valuable skills through our exceptional training programs.
• Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can advance in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

What This Job Offers

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