Food Production Team Member

Bento Sushi; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sushi production company is looking for a Food Production Team Member in Richmond Hill. The role involves preparing sushi and maintaining food quality standards while working in a cold environment. You will contribute to a team-oriented atmosphere focused on productivity and morale. The position is full-time with a starting pay of $17.20/hour.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Thrive in a highly repetitive task environment.
• Able to work in a refrigerated, cold climate.
• Must be flexible with shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Create quality sushi and other Bento products.
• Maintain a sanitary work environment.
• Prepare and package sushi products.

Skills

Repetitive task environment

Ability to work in cold environment

Lifting up to 23 kg (50 lb)

Ability to stand for extended periods

Flexibility for various shifts

Job description

Overview

FOOD PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER - PRODUCTION TEAMMATE

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.

Location and hours

• Ontario Food Factory : 25 Sims Crescent, Unit 1, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1C9 | 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Responsibilities

• As a Food Production Worker, you focus on creating quality sushi and other Bento products. You maintain a sanitary work environment by following a routine cleaning schedule of kitchen equipment. You contribute to a collaborative team environment by promoting teamwork and maximizing morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Prepare sushi and other products including cooking rice, preparation of raw ingredients, sushi rolling, cutting, sorting, and packaging.
• Ensure all operating standards including food safety are adhered and final products meet quality standards.
• Wash all pots, pans, inserts, utensils, etc. and clean kitchen equipment when called upon and as per cleaning schedule.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other teammates to foster and promote a working environment that maximizes morale, productivity, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• You thrive in a highly repetitive task environment
• Able to work in a refrigerated, cold climate (10°C working climate, 4°C for walk in refrigerator and -18°C for walk in freezer)
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lb) where required and stand for extended periods
• Flexible to work various shifts and weekends

Why you should join our team

• Full Time starting immediately at $17.20 / hour.
• Power of Collaboration : Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive Rewards : Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive compensation package with a bonus plan, group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite Your Potential : Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive Sustainable Impact : As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.

For more information about Bento and our opportunities, please visit

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a sushi chef, sushi maker, sushi cook, prep cook, line cook, production worker, food manufacturing, food processor, food mixing.

We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.