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Pivot Sweets, LLC
Cook/Operator 1st Shift
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$33,495 / year median in Michigan
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Cook/Operator to join our manufacturing team for the first and third shift. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and packaging high-quality candies in a fast-paced environment. Your attention to detail and food safety will ensure that every lollipop, hard candy and gummy meets our standards of excellence. If you have a love for candy, an eye for detail, and a knack for following recipes, we'd love to hear from you! We operate 4 (ten hour) shifts First shift Sunday-Thursday 6:00 am-4:30pm. Third Shift Sunday -Wednesday 8:00 pm- 6:30 am Duties Prepare and cook various candy recipes, including but not limited to chocolates, caramels, and gummies. Measure, mix, and cook ingredients according to established recipes and guidelines. Monitor cooking processes to ensure product quality and consistency. Operate and maintain candy-making equipment and tools. Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with food safety regulations. Ensure all products meet company quality standards before packaging. Other related duties as assigned such as inspecting Requirements In a factory setting: Ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions accurately. Excellent attention to detail. Familiar with food safety and sanitation practices. Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team. Able to adhere to strict safety rules, including the use of personal protective equipment. Reliable and punctual. Able to perform the physical demands of the job, including frequent standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, repetitive hand movements, and lifting up to 80 pounds. Join us as a Cook/Operator. As a cook, you'll play a crucial role in our kitchen, producing a wide range of candy products with accuracy. You'll create a variety of candies, including lollies, hard candies, gummies, chocolates, and caramels. Additionally, you will also operate the candy line. If you have a love for candy, an eye for detail, and a knack for following recipes, we'd love to hear from you!