Food Production Associate

CE Kitchen; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Free meals during shifts

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Job summary

CE Kitchen is seeking a Food Production Associate to join our in-person team on a Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule. You will help prepare, cook, package, and maintain the quality of our food products in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

We offer excellent benefits after 90 days, free meals during shifts, 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for advancement as we grow. If you're dependable and detail-focused, we'd love to hear from you.

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 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

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reliability/Attendance

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