Experienced Production Cook

Weavers Way Co-op; Ambler (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Weavers Way Co-op in Ambler is seeking an experienced Production Cook to support our kitchen operations. This full-time role offers 35+ hours per week with some weekend availability, but no evening shifts.

You will prepare, package, and label high-volume prepared foods for retail, following standardized recipes and maintaining quality throughout service. The successful candidate will join a hands-on team, ensure consistent product quality, and uphold sanitation standards while contributing to a

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in kitchen prep and production.
• Experience in a commissary kitchen preferred.
• Solid knowledge of food safety practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items from daily production list using recipes.
• Pre-wrap and label products for sale.
• Keep the kitchen clean and up to sanitation standards.
• Follow all Weavers Way policies and procedures.
• Attend team meetings and all-staff gatherings.
• Help with quarterly inventory counts.
• Read the daybook and updates at the start of each shift.
• Take on other duties as assigned by the Prepared Foods Manager or Manager on Duty.

Skills

Kitchen prep

Food safety

Team player

Knife skills

Communication

Job description

Description

Welcome to Weavers Way!

Weavers Way is a not-for-profit organization that is doing things differently to support our local community. As a member-owned co-op, we don't exist just to make money. Weavers Way operates on a triple bottom line philosophy known as People-Planet-Profit - which means every action we take, we strive to benefit people (our community, employees, and local vendors), planet (we strive to be one of the most sustainable places around!), and profit (so we can support our team members and operate as a business). By joining us, you're helping us fulfill our mission of keeping dollars in our local community, supporting over 300 local food vendors, and being a part of strengthening and enriching the people and planet around us.

Join us as a Production Cook

We are seeking a dependable and driven Experienced Production Cook to support our kitchen operations at our Ambler locations. This position is Full-time 35+ hours per week. Some Weekend Availability required, but No Evening shifts. This role is responsible for efficiently and consistently preparing high-volume food production in advance of service needs, ensuring seamless execution during peak hours. The successful candidate will follow standardized recipes to prepare, package, and label a diverse selection of high-quality prepared foods for retail. This is a hands-on position that plays a critical role in maintaining product availability and delivering a positive customer experience.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare items from our daily production list using the provided recipes
• Pre-wrap and label products for sale
• Keep the kitchen clean and up to sanitation standards
• Follow all Weavers Way policies and procedures
• Attend team meetings and all-staff gatherings
• Help with quarterly inventory counts
• Read the daybook and other updates at the start of each shift
• Take on other duties as assigned by the Prepared Foods Manager or Manager on Duty

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in kitchen prep and production
• Experience in a commissary kitchen experience preferred
• Have advanced knife skills
• A commitment to the mission and goals of Weavers Way Co-op.
• Volume cooking experience is a plus
• Solid knowledge of food safety practices
• A team player with great communication skills
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions when needed
• A genuine passion for food and current culinary trends
• Be, or become upon hiring, a member in good standing of Weavers Way Co-op.

Benefits

• Score a $250 hiring bonus! Stick with us for 90 days, and that sweet bonus is yours!