Deli - Prepared Foods Cook

Description: Prepared Foods Cook Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to providing house made, high-quality, local, and sustainable foods. As a cooperative, we are committed to supporting our community, local farmers, and producers while creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience. We’re looking for a Cook who enjoys working with quality ingredients, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of a team that cares about the food we prepare and the people we serve. ________________________________________ What You’ll Do In this role, you’ll help bring our Prepared Foods department to life each day by: Preparing fresh menu items according to recipes and production needsKeeping the kitchen well-stocked, organized, and efficientMaintaining clean, safe, and sanitary workspacesFollowing food safety and sanitation standardsProviding friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for customersAssisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredientsSupporting inventory and minimizing waste ________________________________________ What We’re Looking For We’re excited to meet someone who: Has previous food service experience (required)Enjoys cooking and working hands-on in a kitchen environmentBrings a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detailValues teamwork and communicates clearly and respectfullyIs comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active roleHas an interest in natural, organic foods and local productsIs available to work evenings and weekends ________________________________________ What It’s Like To Work Here At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work. Our team supports one another and takes pride in creating high-quality food for our customers. ________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits Starting wage: $15.86/hour, with annual reviews and growth opportunitiesFull-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) with employer match after 1 yearAll employees receive:Store discountPaid vacation time ________________________________________ Equal Opportunity Employer Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class. Requirements ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS Standing for long periods of time Walking, bending, sitting, reaching for long periods of timeUsing hands or fingers to handle or feelAbility to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to team lift up to and over 100 lbs.Ability to climb up and down step stools, laddersAbility to use feet and hands to operate machinery and equipmentAbility to work in hot, cold, and wet climatesHigh level of maneuverabilityAbility to communicate by talking and hearing