Central Kitchen Production Team Member

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

As a Production Team Member, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and packaging bulk high-quality food while maintaining food safety, cleanliness standards, and properly following recipes. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cooking: Operate kitchen equipment such as large cooking equipment and warehouse equipment to cook food in large quantities. Ensure food prep, recipes, and instructions are followed accurately.
• Packaging: Efficiently package food for delivery, ensuring proper portioning and presentation for bulk orders. Ensure date labels are accurate and placed on each product.
• Quality Control: Monitor cooking processes and taste dishes to ensure they meet quality standards before packaging. Ensure food is properly chilled and stored.
• Inventory Management: Assist in inventory control, including tracking ingredients and supplies, and notifying management of any shortages. Record number of bags and use the First in First Out method.
• Sanitation Practices: Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and work areas, adhering to food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines. Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes. Take out the trash to an appropriate location.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate food production and ensure timely delivery of bulk orders.