Food Prep & Cheese Packaging Specialist

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Career growth

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is seeking a Food Preparation Associate to prepare, package, and merchandize food and cheese products while delivering excellent customer service. You will help maintain quality, cleanliness, and food safety in a fast-paced retail environment.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, PTO, and career growth opportunities at a cooperative that values its people and community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food service or retail experience preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package sandwiches, pizzas, and fried cheese curds.
• Package cheese curds and complete wrap procedures.
• Label, date, rotate products according to food safety standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitary preparation areas and equipment.
• Attend to daily retail operations and inventory levels.
• Restock supplies and respond to customer needs.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and PPE requirements.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Time management

Team player

Customer service

Communication skills

Food safety procedures

Following recipes

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is seeking a Food Preparation Associate to prepare, package, and merchandize food and cheese products while delivering excellent customer service. You will help maintain quality, cleanliness, and food safety in a fast-paced retail environment.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, PTO, and career growth opportunities at a cooperative that values its people and community.