Prep Cook – Full-Time (Closing Shift)

PREP COOK (Seasonal)

Location: Vista, CA
Department: Kitchen / Prepared Foods
Job Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Schedule: Closing Shift

ABOUT FRAZIER FARMS

Frazier Farms is a family-owned and operated natural foods grocery store with three locations. We are committed to providing our customers with quality products, exceptional service, and a welcoming shopping experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team at our Vista location. This is a hands-on position responsible for preparing ingredients and food items according to established recipes while maintaining food quality, consistency, and safety standards.

The Prep Cook also helps maintain a clean, organized kitchen and supports daily production and closing responsibilities.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Prepare, cut, chop, portion, mix, and cook food according to established recipes and production needs.
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Follow production schedules and complete assigned food preparation tasks accurately and on time.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment according to company procedures and training.
• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, utensils, workstations, coolers, and freezers.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and properly storing ingredients and supplies.
• Rotate products using first-in, first-out (FIFO) practices.
• Monitor product freshness and report shortages, spoilage, or damaged products to management.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked work areas.
• Complete assigned kitchen cleaning and closing duties.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, temperature-control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen employees and management to meet production needs.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum of two years of experience in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, grocery kitchen, or similar food preparation environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid California Food Handler Card or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and production schedules.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and food safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

This is a full-time closing-shift position at our Vista location. Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required based on business needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods, frequent bending, reaching, twisting, squatting, and repetitive hand movements.

Employees may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds with assistance when needed. Work involves commercial kitchen equipment, sharp utensils, hot surfaces, refrigerated and freezer environments, wet surfaces, and cleaning products.

Frazier Farms Market provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

PAY & BENEFITS

Pay Range:

Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.

Eligible employees may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Vacation and paid sick leave
• Employee store discount
• Opportunities for career growth

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Frazier Farms Market is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.