Commissary Prep Cook

French Truck Coffee; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

French Truck Coffee in New Orleans, LA is seeking a dedicated cook/kitchen team member to assemble, package, and prep food items in a fast-paced commissary environment.

You will follow recipes, maintain sanitation, and support a team-focused workspace while adhering to ServSafe and health policy guidelines. This role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to learn new recipes and procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Basic culinary skills preferred.
• Commitment to safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package food items according to commissary guidelines.
• Follow instructions for food preparation and recipe recreation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment meeting sanitation standards.
• Perform dishwashing as needed to keep tools clean.
• Adhere to health, safety, and food policy requirements.
• Follow all operating standards and company policies.
• Support the team with sanitary practices and space maintenance.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Willingness to learn

Food safety

Team player

Organizational skills

Job description

Description

This position is responsible for preparing, assembling, and packaging food items while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. They will also focus on daily cleaning tasks and upkeep of the commissary space.

Essential Job Functions

• Assemble and package food products according to commissary guidelines
• Ability to follow instructions involving food preparation and recipe recreation
• Help maintain a clean and safe work environment to comply with sanitation, ServSafe, and safety requirements
• Perform dishwashing duties to ensure clean and sanitized kitchen tools are available for use
• Ability to understand and meet standards for health, safety, and food policy
• Adhere to the details of the operation, including all operating standards, food standards, service standards, and policies and procedures as outlined in the company handbook
• Abide by sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen areas
• Other duties and tasks assigned by manager

Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements

• Previous cook or kitchen experience preferred but not required
• Basic culinary skills preferred

Skills/Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Able to take direction with a willingness to learn
• Must possess a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement with a hands‑on, cooperative approach in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and accountability in completing all tasks in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds frequently
• Able to squat, bend, stoop, push, and reach frequently
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods frequently
• Mix of standard manufacturing and kitchen environments