Cook-Chill Food Processor — Early Morning Shift

Charlie's Produce; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

ESOP

401(k)

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Onsite parking

State sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

The Food Processor in the Cook Chill Department works on-site at the facility. The role prepares high-quality food products for Charlie’s Produce customers, manages safe and efficient ingredient handling, operates cook chill equipment, and maintains food safety and sanitation standards.

Schedule is 4:00 am–12:30 pm with weekend availability required. Duties include measuring, washing, trimming ingredients; operating kettles, mixers, and portioning equipment; monitoring cooling cycles; following

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production, commercial kitchens, or manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, batch sheets, and safety instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• The Food Processor in the Cook Chill Department works on-site at the facility and prepares high-quality food products for Charlie’s Produce customers.
• Manages safe and efficient ingredient handling and operates cook chill equipment.
• Maintains food safety and sanitation standards and follows recipes and production sheets with accuracy.
• Measures, washes, trims, and prepares raw ingredients according to batch recipes.
• Packages finished products using vacuum-seal or portion control systems and monitors quality.
• Conducts required temperature checks and documents results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading batch sheets/recipes

Safety compliance

Fast-paced work

Job description

The Food Processor in the Cook Chill Department works on-site at the facility. The role prepares high-quality food products for Charlie’s Produce customers, manages safe and efficient ingredient handling, operates cook chill equipment, and maintains food safety and sanitation standards.

Schedule is 4:00 am–12:30 pm with weekend availability required. Duties include measuring, washing, trimming ingredients; operating kettles, mixers, and portioning equipment; monitoring cooling cycles; following