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ADAMS HOMETOWN MARKETS

Salad Prep Cook - Commissary Portland

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A Fast Food or Counter Worker assists with preparing and serving food. Works as part of food service team in a hospital or other institution. or takes orders and serves food at a fast food restaurant.

$32,439 / year median in Connecticut

+16% projected growth

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Salad Prep Cook - Commissary Portland
ADAMS HOMETOWN MARKETS
Portland, CT Job Details Part-time $17.00 - $17.50 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Food production Packing Kitchen knives Attention to detail Materials handling Picking & packing
Full Job Description Position Overview:
As a Salad Prep Cook, you will play a key role in preparing ingredients and assembling salads in high volumes. Your responsibilities will span the entire salad-making process—from prepping and assembling to labeling and packing orders for shipment. Attention to detail and efficiency are essential in maintaining quality and consistency throughout production.
Responsibilities:
  • Prepare fresh ingredients and assemble salads in large quantities
  • Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency
  • Prepare, assemble, label and pack salads for shipment.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Utilize strong knife skills for efficient and accurate ingredient preparation.
  • Monitoring inventory levels of food items and supplies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Schedule:
  • Part time position (15-20 hours per week average, can increase seasonally)
  • 7:00am -12:30pm (morning shift)
Experience:
    Preferred:
    Zero to One (0-1) years food service experience
    • Knife skills a MUST
    Preferred:
    Serve Safe Certification Skills:
    Physical abilities : May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment - getting on and off equipment throughout shift Strong communication
    Skills:
    Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders daily
    Organizational Skills:
    Ability to fulfill large quantities in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines Working in a team-based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
    Quality:
    Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives
    Safety Culture:
    Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift
    Job Type:
    Part-time Pay:
    $17.00 - $17.50 per hour
    Benefits:
    401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
    Shift:
    Evening shift Night shift
    Work Location:
    In person