Experienced Prep Cook

EXPERIENCED PREP COOK

Overview We are looking for an experienced professional to join our team! The Roots Kitchen is a production kitchen, and new team members will be involved with food preparation, cooking, packaging and labeling, kitchen organization, and cleaning. Our ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with a can-do attitude and ability to work well in individual and team settings. Reliability and positivity a must! Job Responsibilities Execute food production following recipes and provided prep lists Package, label, and date all prepared items Ensure that kitchen cooler on store floor is continuously stocked and kitchen-prepared items are accessible for customers Observe weekly inventory of grocery and food in kitchen, as well as paper goods, packaging, labels and cleaning products and report to Kitchen Communicator when items are running low Wash dishes as needed throughout the shift Maintain all food preparation and storage areas according to VT Dept of Health guidelines Communicate with and receive feedback from kitchen team, Kitchen Coordinator, store team, and Store Owner when needed or required Help maintain a positive workplace culture by being responsive to staff suggestions and concerns, and work as a team to resolve problems Maintain effective working relationships with all Roots Market employees ​ Job Qualifications Must have experience working in a professional kitchen (production kitchen preferred) Has experience processing farm produce and whole food ingredients Lifting 20+ lbs regularly, work in a standing position for duration of shift, comfortable working with knives and hot cooking temperatures Must be reliable, professional, great at communicating, organized, and efficient Demonstrated passion for teamwork, local food, and the community Have references that confirm applicant's reliability and skill set Able to work during our kitchen hours (7a.m. - 3p.m.) Ideal candidates must be able to work 3-5 shifts per week depending on their availability and our scheduling needs

Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person