Cook

Randall's Farm & Greenhouse; Ludlow (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Randall's Farm & Greenhouse in Ludlow, MA seeks a motivated team member to assist with food preparation, presentation, and merchandising of meats, prepared foods, and catering orders. You will support daily tasks, ensure accurate order taking, and uphold safety standards while collaborating with deli staff.

This role emphasizes creativity in plating and consistent quality. Minimum education: high school equivalency; must be 18+; two years related experience preferred; ability to follow

Qualifications

• High School equivalency required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Two years related experience preferred.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have established food preparation and cooking skills.
• Creative skills including garde manger and presentation.
• Basic math and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation, cooking, and presentation of catering orders, fresh salads, entrees, side dishes, and soups.
• Customer Service and accurate order taking.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Receive, rotate, and properly store deliveries.
• Communicate with other staff regarding production, service, and sanitation needs.
• Labeling and stocking of Retail Meats; merchandising of related products.
• Ensures that food items are price and labeled correctly according to guidelines including food allergens.
• Maintains proper dress and adheres to company policy.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Food safety

Food presentation

Garde manger

Presentation

Basic math

Organizational skills

Follow instructions

Education

High School equivalency

Job description

The primary responsibilities include food preparation, food presentation, attractive merchandising of retail products including meat, prepared foods, catering platters, salads. Other responsibilities include Customer Service, Sanitation, and utilizing product to minimize waste.Assists in menu development and program enhancement.Performs other related duties as assigned including assisting other departments.

Daily Tasks include

• Food preparation, cooking, and presentation of catering orders, fresh salads, entrees, side dishes, and soups.
• Customer Service and accurate order taking.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Receive, rotate, and properly store deliveries.
• Communicate with other staff including Deli serving staff, Bakers, and Utility Aides regarding production, service, and sanitation needs.
• Labeling and stocking of Retail Meats; merchandising of related products.
• Ensures that food items are price and labeled correctly according to established guidelines including food allergens.
• Maintains proper dress and adheres to company policy.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in special events such as food demonstrations, workshops, and seasonal promotions.

Minimum Education

High School equivalency

Age Requirement

Must be minimum 18 years old.

Minimum Experience

Two Years related experience preferred.

Skills

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.

Must have established food preparation and cooking skills. Creative skills including garde manger and presentation. Basic math and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged standing/walking required.Moderate physical effort: (lift/carry frequent up to 50#.)

Working Conditions

Subject to burns and cuts; exposed to hazards of heat; exposed to heat, wetness, odors in kitchen; exposed to varying degrees of kitchen elements.