JOB SUMMARY: The Production Cook executes large-batch, standardized recipes in our central kitchen, delivering consistent quality, yield, and packaging accuracy for distribution to our restaurants. This role goes beyond basic prep: you’ll scale recipes, monitor critical control points (temps, times), portion/label per spec, and help keep the line clean, organized, and safe. You work shoulder-to-shoulder with the Production Lead and Manager to hit daily production plans while upholding our food safety and sanitation standard. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute daily production lists assigned by the Production Lead/Manager; scale recipes, batch and finish products per spec to meet targets for yield. Accurately weigh/measure ingredients; verify cook times/temperatures; complete required temp and sanitation logs. Portion, label, date, and package finished product; rotate stock using FIFO; maintain cold-chain integrity. Maintain a clean, organized station; practice “clean as you go”; complete opening/closing side work and daily checklists. Assist with receiving, checking in deliveries, and proper storage; report variances in quantity/quality. Operate and care for kitchen equipment safely (kettles, tilt skillets, mixers, slicers); immediately report maintenance/safety issues. Minimize waste through careful prep planning and adherence to portion specs; communicate shortages or overages promptly. Uphold all company policies and regulatory standards for food safety, sanitation, labeling, attendance, and cleanliness. Other kitchen-related duties as assigned.