Kitchen Team Lead — Fast-Paced Prep & Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vacation & PTO

Holidays

Job summary

The Pepi Companies are hiring for a kitchen/dining role in Georgia. You will prepare ingredients, portion meats, and assemble salads, while supporting fast-paced dining operations for manufacturing staff. A focus on teamwork and maintaining cleanliness is essential.

We offer day-to-evening shifts with competitive pay and a benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, vacation and holidays. Previous kitchen experience is preferred but not strictly required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of kitchen or food preparation experience.
• Familiarity with basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment is a plus.
• Stand and work in a kitchen for 8–10 hours; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily menu items, including chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and assembling salads or sides.
• Assist in the preparation of homestyle meals tailored to the factory dining schedule.
• Ensure all food items are prepped in a timely manner to support peak dining hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area following kitchen standards.
• Assist with inventory checks and communicate supply needs to the Dining Center Manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

The Pepi Companies are hiring for a kitchen/dining role in Georgia. You will prepare ingredients, portion meats, and assemble salads, while supporting fast-paced dining operations for manufacturing staff. A focus on teamwork and maintaining cleanliness is essential.

We offer day-to-evening shifts with competitive pay and a benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, vacation and holidays. Previous kitchen experience is preferred but not strictly required.