Head Cook

The-Pepi-Companies; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

The Pepi Companies, based in Albany, GA, is hiring a kitchen associate to prepare ingredients, assist in cooking homestyle meals, and maintain a clean and safe work area. You will join a team focused on great service and quality, with day-to-evening shifts and occasional weekends.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, and culinary training is a bonus. 1 year of kitchen experience is preferred, with the ability to stand long hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training is a bonus.
• 1 year of kitchen or food preparation experience preferred.
• Ability to stand 8–10 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily menu items following recipes.
• Assist in preparing homestyle meals for manufacturing employees.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and follow safety standards.
• Support with inventory checks and communicate supply needs.
• Help kitchen team with basic cooking tasks during peak times.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training bonus

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Deerfield Windsor - PS - Albany, GA 31707

The Pepi Family/Team....

For almost 40 years, the Pepi Companies is and has been a family‑owned corporation dedicated to its employees and valued customers. Operating in 5 Southeast US states - Georgia, Florida, Alabama and now Mississippi and Louisiana, we are committed to providing a great place to work - part of our family - while offering custom solutions to the convenience market through great people, excellent service, and great tasting products. While our core values remain unchanged, our company is continuously expanding to meet our employees ever changing challenges for growth and flexibility. Core values of SERVE OTHERS, DO IT RGHT, and BE THE BEST are more than just a banner on the wall - it is how we live.

Come join the Pepi family. Find your place and your future here.

In the kitchen, this is what we do...

• Prepare ingredients for daily menu items, including chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and assembling salads or sides, following standardized recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Assist in the preparation of homestyle meals tailored to the preferences and schedules of manufacturing employees.
• Ensure all food items are prepped in a timely manner to support efficient service during peak dining hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area, adhering to Pepi Foods' Gold Standard kitchen expectations (clean, labeled, and organized).
• Assist with inventory checks and communicate supply needs to the Dining Center Manager to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Support the kitchen team in basic cooking tasks, such as grilling, frying, or baking, as directed during busy shifts.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP guidelines, to ensure a safe dining environment.
• Adhere to workplace safety protocols, including proper use of kitchen equipment (e.g., knives, slicers, ovens) and personal protective equipment.

QualificationsYour opportunity/benefits...

• Great Working Environment with emphasis on teamwork and great communication.
• Great hours - Day to Evening work schedule - occasional weekend work
• Pay Range of $12-16/hour - Incentive Package to include ASAP (Attendance, safety, attitude, and performance) bonus potential
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Life, Vacation, PTO, Holidays,
• Great company to learn and grow with.

Job Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training is a bonus but not required.

Experience

• At least 1 year of experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred, ideally in a high-volume setting.
• Familiarity with basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Stand and work in a kitchen for 8-10 hours. Lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., food supplies). Handle heat and kitchen tools comfortably.