Food Production Associate

CE Kitchen; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Free meals

401(k) match

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

CE Kitchen seeks a Food Production Associate to help prepare, cook, and package high-quality food products in a fast-paced, team-focused setting. You will play a hands-on role assisting with inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and upholding food safety standards.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement within a supportive team culture. Previous food production or kitchen experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work on your feet during an 8-hour shift.
• Commitment to maintaining food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and package food products according to company standards.
• Portion food into containers accurately and efficiently.
• Inspect products to ensure quality and identify any defects or damage.
• Receive, unload, and properly store incoming inventory.
• Organize stock and assist with inventory management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Reliable transportation

Dependable attendance

Lift up to 50 pounds

Stand 8 hours

Food safety & quality

Job description

Food Production Associate

Looking for a stable weekday schedule, excellent benefits, and a workplace where your contributions matter? Join our team as a Food Production Associate and help create high-quality food products in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

About the Role

As a Food Production Associate, you'll be an essential part of our production team, helping prepare, cook, package, and maintain the quality of our food products. This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and reliability are valued.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Prepare, cook, and package food products according to company standards
• Portion food into containers accurately and efficiently
• Inspect products to ensure quality and identify any defects or damage
• Receive, unload, and properly store incoming inventory
• Organize stock and assist with inventory management
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals

Required Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and work on your feet throughout an 8-hour shift
• Commitment to maintaining food safety and quality standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food production, kitchen, or cooking experience
• Spanish-speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability coverage (available after 90 days of full-time employment)
• Free meals during work hours
• 401(k) with company match (available after 90 days of full-time employment)
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Supportive, inclusive, and positive team culture

Join Our Team

If you're dependable, hardworking, and ready to grow with a company that values its employees, we'd love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Experience:

Food preparation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person