Production Cook - Plum Market Food Service Washtenaw County

About the role

The Foodservice Production Cook plays a crucial role in providing exceptional Guest service while supporting daily kitchen operations. This position prepares, cooks, and serves food according to menu standards and Guest requests in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, heat, and serve all components of the daily menu following Plum Market Foodservice standards.
• Maintain the hot bar during lunch service to ensure food is fresh, well-presented, and properly rotated.
• Perform all food safety and sanitation practices, including daily equipment checks and temperature logs.
• Demonstrate proper knife skills, portion control, and recipe execution.
• Receive deliveries, stock shelves and coolers, and rotate products according to established standards.
• Absorb and support other stations as needed, including Sandwich and Salad.
• Wash dishes as needed and keep all kitchen areas, equipment, and floors clean and in excellent working condition.
• Sweep and mop floors daily to maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• Communicate needs, issues, or concerns to Leadership promptly.
• Uphold all Plum Market Foodservice policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a cook.
• Think quickly and can step into different roles as needed to ensure service, food safety, and sanitation standards are met.
• Understand and practice proper rotation principles and food safety standards.
• Take pride in maintaining clean equipment and an organized, safe kitchen environment.
• Be dependable, self-motivated, and committed to working alongside your team to ensure Guest satisfaction.
• Be able to properly open and close the kitchen, including equipment checks, sanitation, and documentation.

Qualifications

• A passion for cooking and a strong desire to learn and grow in your culinary skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while remaining detail-oriented.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with Guests, Team Members, and Leadership.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break, bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

Skills

• Proper knife skills.
• Portion control.
• Recipe execution.
• Food safety and sanitation practices.
• Equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Effective communication with Guests and Team Members.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules and tasks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with Company Match available after just six months.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Most shifts are Monday thru Friday mornings. Weekends and Holidays off.