Stock Cook

Kettle Cuisine Llc; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Kettle Cuisine is seeking a Stock Cook in Lynn, MA to support our production line and prepare stock batches to recipe specifications on a 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM shift.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, following GMPs, maintaining a clean production area, and working with the team to ensure safe, high-quality products are produced efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating machinery.
• Ability to work all scheduled shifts, including weekends.
• Hoist training and power jack operation experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience in temperature-controlled food production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare each batch of stock following the recipe precisely.
• Ensure all machinery is operational; report issues promptly.
• Perform daily area checks for non-compliance and report to supervisor.
• Ensure finished product conforms to specifications and GMPs.
• Maintain a clean, organized production area and proper inventory of raw materials.
• Report downtime to maintenance and communicate changes to relevant parties.

Skills

Machinery experience

Teamwork

Safety practices

Attention to detail

Time management

Hoist training

Power jack licensed

Job description

Location: Lynn, MAPosition Type: Full-TimeShift: 1stDelicious Food and Meaningful CareersAt the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking—using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients—complemented by cutting-edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale.But it’s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another’s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other’s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success.We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another.If you're looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team.Job SummarySchedule: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMTo ensure continuous and efficient operation of the production line to meet customer requirements in accordance with Safety, Sanitation, Quality, Quantity and Cost. (SSQQC)Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdhere to safe working practices at all timesResponsible for making each batch of stock following the recipe to the letterInsure that all the machinery is operational if not report to supervisor or maintenance ASAPPerform daily checks of area for non-compliance and report them to your supervisorEnsure finished product conforms to specificationsManufacture quality products efficiently within time and quantity parametersFollow the company GMP'sEnsure clean and tidy production area at all timesReport Downtime to maintenance in a timely mannerCommunicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes (low yields, etc.)Monitor and action all wasteManage inventory of raw materialTake instructions from supervisorsAny other tasks deemed reasonable and reasonably requested by managementRequired SkillsAbility to work all scheduled shifts, on timeAbility to work weekends as requested by manager/ SupervisorMinimum 2 years of experience operating machineryPower jack driving preferred if not we will trainExcellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environmentProven track record in safe working practicesManufacturing experience preferred (preferably in the food industry)Experience working in temperature controlled settingsExperience with perishable itemsHoist training(we will provide)Required attributesSelf-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forwardPositive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the teamAble to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholdersCreative problem solving skillsObsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at onceComfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environmentsPassionate about foodWilling to address difficult situations head on with patience and respectDesired SkillsAble to interact and communicate with the supervisors and team membersAbility to lift 50 lbsPassion for food and high qualityExcellent attention to detailNumeracy skillsBi-lingual preferredHoist trainingPower jack licensedAmericans with Disabilities ActKettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.Core ValuesKettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day.Honor Food – We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettleHonor Each Other – We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partnersHonor Development – We recognize and nurture each other’s talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our teamHonor Innovation – We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellencePay Range for Stock CookThe Stock Cook base pay range $17.75 USD/hourly. The listed salary range represents Kettle Cuisine’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the Lynn, MA location only. Ranges will be reviewed on a regular basis. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth. The Stock Cook position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for the annual discretionary bonus program up to 5%. Kettle Cuisine and all its legal entities comply with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.