Kettle Room Cook — Precision Food Production

IPM FOODS; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

IPM FOODS in Janesville, WI is seeking a Kettle Room Associate - Cook to prepare and cook soup products in the kettle room in accordance with Naturpak recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements. You will coordinate with Quality Control, kettle assistants, and the R2 operator to ensure each batch is produced accurately and on schedule.

The role requires precision and the ability to read and follow recipes, monitor temperatures and batch weights, and document production while

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a food manufacturing or commercial cooking / kettle operation role is required.
• Ability to read and accurately follow recipes, batch records, and written or verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and allergen control principles.

Responsibilities

• Cook soup products in the kettle according to approved recipes, from setup through final batch weight.
• Review recipes and coordinate with Quality Control and the controller before each cook.
• Direct kettle assistants during prebatching and ingredient preparation.
• Monitor temperature, time, and agitation throughout the cook process.
• Collect product samples and transfer finished batches to the R2 machine.
• Complete all production documentation and keep the kettle room clean and food safe.
• Follow all food safety, allergen handling, and safety procedures, including required PPE.

Skills

Recipe reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Allergen control

PPE compliance

Overtime flexibility

Tools

Kettle systems

Production equipment

Job description

IPM FOODS in Janesville, WI is seeking a Kettle Room Associate - Cook to prepare and cook soup products in the kettle room in accordance with Naturpak recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements. You will coordinate with Quality Control, kettle assistants, and the R2 operator to ensure each batch is produced accurately and on schedule.

The role requires precision and the ability to read and follow recipes, monitor temperatures and batch weights, and document production while