Deli/Kitchen Prep Associate - Corporate Dining

Thomas Cuisine; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Paid Elder Care Leave

Paid Time Off (Accrued)

Holiday Premium Pay

Medical Plans (Blue Cross)

Prescription, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

Thomas Cuisine is hiring a Deli/Kitchen Prep Associate in Midvale, UT for a full-time, on-site role. You will support daily food preparation, assemble deli items, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:30am–3pm; Friday 6:30am–12pm. Compensation: $19 per hour. No nights, weekends, or holidays.

Ideal candidates have food service experience, basic knowledge of food safety, and the ability to follow recipes and production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food preparation, deli, kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, or food service experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe work practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, prep lists, production schedules, and instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organization, time management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• ServSafe Certification and State Food Handler Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and other ingredients for daily service.
• Assemble sandwiches, salads, wraps, grab-and-go items, and other deli offerings according to recipes and production standards.
• Portion, package, label, date, and stock prepared food items.
• Support smoothie bar and deli production by preparing ingredients and replenishing supplies as needed.
• Follow recipes, production schedules, and prep lists to ensure timely completion of daily tasks.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, dating, rotation, temperature, and sanitation practices.
• Keep prep areas, equipment, coolers, storage spaces, and workstations clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store kitchen tools, utensils, and smallwares.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing deliveries.
• Support dishwashing, trash removal, and kitchen closing duties as needed.
• Collaborate with culinary team members to maintain an efficient, positive, and team-oriented work environment.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• • Posted on October 16, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Midvale, UT 84047, USA

• On-site
• Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DELIS009102

Description

REAL Food re-fined. Deli/Kitchen Prep Associate - Corporate Dining | Location: Midvale, UT 84047 Compensation: $19 per hour| Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:30am - 3pm; Friday, 6:30am - 12pm. No nights, weekends, or holidays. Job Summary

We are seeking a Deli/Kitchen Prep Associate to support daily food preparation and production for a high-quality corporate dining operation. In this role, you'll help prepare fresh ingredients, assemble grab-and-go items, support deli production, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment. Working alongside the culinary team, you'll play an important role in ensuring food is prepared safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This opportunity is ideal for a dependable, hands-on food service professional who enjoys prep work, takes pride in attention to detail, and is passionate about REAL food made from scratch.

What You'll Do

• Prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and other ingredients for daily service.
• Assemble sandwiches, salads, wraps, grab-and-go items, and other deli offerings according to recipes and production standards.
• Portion, package, label, date, and stock prepared food items.
• Support smoothie bar and deli production by preparing ingredients and replenishing supplies as needed.
• Follow recipes, production schedules, and prep lists to ensure timely completion of daily tasks.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, dating, rotation, temperature, and sanitation practices.
• Keep prep areas, equipment, coolers, storage spaces, and workstations clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store kitchen tools, utensils, and smallwares.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing deliveries.
• Support dishwashing, trash removal, and kitchen closing duties as needed.
• Collaborate with culinary team members to maintain an efficient, positive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties assigned

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food preparation, deli, kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, or food service experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe work practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, prep lists, production schedules, and instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organization, time management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly lift, carry, move, and stock food products and supplies.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and responsible food handling standards.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handler Card.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

This position regularly works in a kitchen and food preparation environment and involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying throughout the shift. Team members may be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, hot and cold temperatures, sharp utensils, wet floors, cleaning chemicals, food odors, airborne particles, and moderate noise levels. The ability to safely handle food, operate kitchen equipment, and follow sanitation procedures is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our communities.

What We Offer! Life/Work Integration

• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)
• Holiday Premium Pay

Health & Wellness

• 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
• Voluntary HSA with Company Match
• Voluntary FSA
• Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)

Financial Wellness

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D

Plus

• A generous referral bonus program!
• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

Equal Opportunity Employer