Flexible Substitute Production Cook – Deli & Cafe

Hunger-Mountain-Co-O; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Production Cook substitute to prepare, cook and package dishes for the Deli and Cafe. Under the Kitchen Supervisor, you will coordinate with Prep staff to meet production goals while following recipes and Co-op policies.

This role offers flexible shifts (up to 40 hours weekly), opportunities to earn paid time off, and eligibility for the employee discount.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for deli, restaurants or catering.
• Organized, attention to detail.
• Ability to recreate recipes in consistent manner.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity with kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of natural foods.
• Baking experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Culinary education/experienced preferred.
• Ability to follow the safety policies and procedures of Hunger Mountain Co-op.
• Ability to provide excellent service to customers, vendors and coworkers.
• Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and package multiple dishes in a high-volume production environment while following recipes and menus as assigned.
• Package prepared food for retail sale with correct price, shelf life and labeling following established procedures.
• Adhere to menu and recipes as assigned by Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager.
• Inform other cooks and deli staff about ingredients used and ensure proper signage and price.
• Offer samples, suggestions for purchases and ways to prepare products.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by Kitchen Manager.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Be responsible for safety in the workplace by creating a safe work environment, reporting safety concerns to a manager or member of the Safety Committee, and adhering to safety rules and regulations.
• Follow department policies and procedures.
• Pull old or low quality items, record and properly dispose of them following established procedures.
• Maintain kitchen in sanitary and orderly condition, following health department regulations, wash dishes and utensils, and clean surfaces.
• Follow safety, storage and labeling procedures.
• Use equipment safely; advise Kitchen Manager of equipment repair and replacement needs.
• Follow transfer record-keeping procedures for products from other departments.
• Ensure freshness of deli items by rotating and by keeping batches separate by date.
• Treat customers fairly, consistently, and with respect.
• Ensure efficient, friendly and informative service according to established customer service vision and standards.
• Begin customer transaction with a friendly and professional greeting.
• End customer transaction with a pleasant farewell.
• Familiarity with co-op policies and procedures in order to answer customer questions.
• Address customer suggestions, comments, and complaints; refer issues as necessary and written complaints to Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Organized

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Manual dexterity

Lift 50 lbs

Natural foods

Baking experience

Safety policies

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Culinary education/experience preferred

Job description

Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Production Cook substitute to prepare, cook and package dishes for the Deli and Cafe. Under the Kitchen Supervisor, you will coordinate with Prep staff to meet production goals while following recipes and Co-op policies.

This role offers flexible shifts (up to 40 hours weekly), opportunities to earn paid time off, and eligibility for the employee discount.