Kitchen Prep Cook / Salad Production Associate
Portland, CT, United States15h ago
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- Location
- Portland, CT, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Experience
- 1–4 yrs
- Function
- Hospitality & Food service
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 15h ago
Skills
food safetyfood serviceinventory managementknife skillssanitation
About the role
Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Prep Cook / Salad Production Associate to join our team. In this role, you will prepare fresh ingredients, assemble salads in a high-volume production environment, package and label finished products, and ensure all products meet quality, weight, and measurement specifications. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, has strong knife skills, and is committed to food safety and product consistency.
Responsibilities
Prepare fresh ingredients and assemble salads according to recipes, portion sizes, and production standards
Utilize strong knife skills to prepare produce and other ingredients efficiently and accurately
Accurately measure, portion, and weigh ingredients and finished products to ensure consistency and compliance with weight specifications
Package, label, and weigh finished products for shipment
Maintain accurate records of product weights and measurements as required
Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies and notify leadership of shortages
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment
Follow all food safety, quality, and sanitation standards
Meet daily production goals while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Work collaboratively with team members to ensure timely completion of customer orders
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Qualifications
1+ years of food service, food production, or kitchen experience required
Strong knife skills required
Knowledge of weights and measures, including the ability to accurately use scales, portion products, and verify product weights
Experience weighing, portioning, packaging, and labeling food products
ServSafe Certification preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Prep Cook / Salad Production Associate to join our team. In this role, you will prepare fresh ingredients, assemble salads in a high-volume production environment, package and label finished products, and ensure all products meet quality, weight, and measurement specifications. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, has strong knife skills, and is committed to food safety and product consistency.
Responsibilities
Prepare fresh ingredients and assemble salads according to recipes, portion sizes, and production standards
Utilize strong knife skills to prepare produce and other ingredients efficiently and accurately
Accurately measure, portion, and weigh ingredients and finished products to ensure consistency and compliance with weight specifications
Package, label, and weigh finished products for shipment
Maintain accurate records of product weights and measurements as required
Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies and notify leadership of shortages
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment
Follow all food safety, quality, and sanitation standards
Meet daily production goals while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Work collaboratively with team members to ensure timely completion of customer orders
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Qualifications
1+ years of food service, food production, or kitchen experience required
Strong knife skills required
Knowledge of weights and measures, including the ability to accurately use scales, portion products, and verify product weights
Experience weighing, portioning, packaging, and labeling food products
ServSafe Certification preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds