EXPERIENCED PREP COOK

Overview

We are looking for an experienced professional to join our team! The Roots Kitchen is a production kitchen, and new team members will be involved with food preparation, cooking, packaging and labeling, kitchen organization, and cleaning. Our ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with a can-do attitude and ability to work well in individual and team settings. Reliability and positivity a must! 

Job Responsibilities 

• Execute food production following recipes and provided prep lists 

• Package, label, and date all prepared items 

• Ensure that kitchen cooler on store floor is continuously stocked and kitchen-prepared items are accessible for customers

• Observe weekly inventory of grocery and food in kitchen, as well as paper goods, packaging, labels and cleaning products and report to Kitchen Communicator when items are running low 

• Wash dishes as needed throughout the shift 

• Maintain all food preparation and storage areas according to VT  Dept of Health guidelines 

• Communicate with and receive feedback from kitchen team, Kitchen Coordinator, store team, and Store Owner when needed or required

• Help maintain a positive workplace culture by being responsive to staff suggestions and concerns, and work as a team to resolve problems 

• Maintain effective working relationships with all Roots Market employees ​

 

Job Qualifications 

• Must have experience working in a professional kitchen (production kitchen preferred) 

• Has experience processing farm produce and whole food ingredients 

• Lifting 20+ lbs regularly, work in a standing position for duration of shift, comfortable working with knives and hot cooking temperatures 

• Must be reliable, professional, great at communicating, organized, and efficient 

• Demonstrated passion for teamwork, local food, and the community 

• Have references that confirm applicant's reliability and skill set 

• Able to work during our kitchen hours (7a.m. - 3p.m.)

• Ideal candidates must be able to work 3-5 shifts per week depending on their availability and our scheduling needs

 

Compensation 

• $18-22 per hour depending on experience 

• 15% discount on store items 

• Accrued Paid Time Off 

• 2nd quality vegetables 

• Shift lunch & drink

To apply for this position, please send a brief letter of interest and availability,  an updated resume, and three work related references to karin@therootsfarmmarket.com