Commercial Kitchen Cook — Flexible Hours & Team Impact

GetJobSmart; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) / Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Maple Pacific Inc. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for approximately 80 employees at our mid-sized manufacturing facility.

The role involves planning, grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning to maintain an efficient kitchen and support daily operations. You will work with the kitchen and production teams in a fast-paced environment, ensuring nutritious meals and adherence to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen management.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and food safety regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve balanced, nutritious meals for up to 100 employees daily, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe preferred).
• Manage kitchen inventory, order supplies, and track food costs to ensure efficiency and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with a small kitchen team to create varied, appealing menus that accommodate dietary restrictions (vegetarian, gluten-free, allergies, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and functional kitchen space, including equipment and storage areas, to meet health department regulations.
• Assist in scheduling shifts and covering meal prep during peak production hours (early mornings, lunchtime, and evenings).
• Assist with event catering for company meetings or off-site functions as needed, with minimal advance notice.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen management

Inventory control

Food safety

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kitchen software

Job description

Maple Pacific Inc. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for approximately 80 employees at our mid-sized manufacturing facility.

The role involves planning, grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning to maintain an efficient kitchen and support daily operations. You will work with the kitchen and production teams in a fast-paced environment, ensuring nutritious meals and adherence to food safety standards.