Food Production Assistant

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Member of the Chicago's Community Kitchens (CCK) Team, supporting the production, packaging, and distribution of prepared meals.

Additionally, the Production Assistant helps to maintain food safety and sanitation, as well as occupational safety in the kitchen.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


* Food Prep – adhere to food safety and recipe guidelines to safely prepare food items


* Meal Packaging – assist in monitoring IDA compliance regulations, maintain consistency and quality of food items


* Meal Reheat – adhere to and ensure compliance with HACCP and sanitation processes and procedures


* Sanitation Management – maintain a clean workstation and assist with dishes as needed


* Inventory Control – assist with receiving and management of FIFO and food safety


* Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:


* Minimum 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen


* Food Handler Sanitation Certification or ability to pass test for certification


* Must be organized and detail-oriented


* Ability to take direction and feedback


* Ability to push, pull, and lift equipment and food containers that weigh up to 50 pounds


* Basic computer skills


* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team


* High energy and motivated, with a positive attitude


* Ability to problem solve

Exposure:


* Commercial kitchen environment, including freezer/refrigerator temperatures


* Warehouse exposure as needed


* Walking/standing for long periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time

Benefits:


* Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage


* Employer-paid life and disability insurance


* Employee Assistance Program


* 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution


* Generous paid time off


* Parental Leave


* $3,000 annual employer-paid ThrivePass lifestyle and wellness benefit program


* $250.00 employee Referral bonus