Team Lead

Pepi Foods•Albany, GA

22d•$12 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead works in the kitchen preparing ingredients and supporting food service for manufacturing employees. The role includes preparing homestyle meals according to standardized recipes, portion-control guidelines, and employees’ preferences and schedules, while helping the kitchen provide efficient service during peak dining hours. The Team Lead helps with basic cooking, inventory checks, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and following food-safety and workplace-safety procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a kitchen or food-preparation role is preferred, ideally in a high-volume setting.
Ability to stand and work in a kitchen for 8–10 hours.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle heat and kitchen tools comfortably.

Nice To Haves

Culinary training.
Familiarity with basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
Experience in a high-volume kitchen or food-preparation setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients for daily menu items, including chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and assembling salads or sides according to standardized recipes and portion-control guidelines.
Assist in preparing homestyle meals tailored to manufacturing employees’ preferences and schedules.
Prepare food in a timely manner to support efficient service during peak dining hours.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area in line with Pepi Foods’ Gold Standard kitchen expectations.
Assist with inventory checks and communicate supply needs to the Dining Center Manager.
Support basic cooking tasks, such as grilling, frying, or baking, as directed during busy shifts.
Follow food-safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP guidelines.
Follow workplace safety protocols, including the proper use of kitchen equipment and personal protective equipment.