Cook

Good Foods Co-Op Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Good Foods Co-op in Lexington, KY is seeking a Prepared Foods Cook to join our community-owned natural foods grocery. You will prepare fresh menu items, keep the kitchen organized, and ensure quality ingredients used in daily service.

The role emphasizes food safety, a fast-paced team environment, and friendly customer service. Evening and weekend availability is required; full benefits and entry wage are provided by the store.

Qualifications

• Has previous food service experience (required).
• Enjoys cooking and hands-on kitchen work.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Values teamwork and clear, respectful communication.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active role.
• Interested in natural, organic foods and local products.
• Available to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh menu items according to recipes and production needs.
• Keeping the kitchen well-stocked, organized, and efficient.
• Maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary workspaces.
• Following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Providing friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for customers.
• Assisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredients.
• Supporting inventory and minimizing waste.

Skills

Food service

Cooking

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Prepared Foods Cook

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to providing high-quality, local, and sustainable products. As a cooperative, we are committed to supporting our community, local farmers, and producers while creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience.

We're looking for a Cook who enjoys working with quality ingredients, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of a team that cares about the food we prepare and the people we serve.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll help bring our Prepared Foods department to life each day by:

• Preparing fresh menu items according to recipes and production needs
• Keeping the kitchen well-stocked, organized, and efficient
• Maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary workspaces
• Following food safety and sanitation standards
• Providing friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for customers
• Assisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredients
• Supporting inventory and minimizing waste

What We're Looking For

We're excited to meet someone who:

• Has previous food service experience (required)
• Enjoys cooking and working hands-on in a kitchen environment
• Brings a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Values teamwork and communicates clearly and respectfully
• Is comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active role
• Has an interest in natural, organic foods and local products
• Is available to work evenings and weekends

What It's Like to Work Here

At Good Foods Co-op, you're more than just an employee - you're part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work. Our team supports one another and takes pride in creating high-quality food for our customers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage: $15.86/hour, with annual reviews and growth opportunities
• Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• All employees receive:
• Store discount
• Paid vacation time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Availability - Must be available to work as scheduled, shifts might include early mornings, evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Standing for long periods of time
• Walking, bending, sitting, reaching for long periods of time
• Using hands or fingers to handle or feel
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to team lift up to and over 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb up and down step stools, ladders
• Ability to use feet and hands to operate machinery and equipment
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet climates
• High level of maneuverability
• Ability to communicate by talking and hearing