Production Cook, Junior Kitchen

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry. The Production Cook is responsible for cooking large scale recipes and assisting with supervising Production Team Members who prep and kit raw materials for production. Responsibilities: Assist with daily operations of the production team by cooking large batch recipes and working with Machine Operators and Expeditors to ensure all production targets are met and safety protocols are followed. Assist production leadership in ensuring that a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) manufacturing facility production team operates safely and in compliance with regulatory and corporate safety and environmental program standards and goals. Utilize a variety of skilled cooking techniques to prepare and cook food products and operate large scale cooking equipment such as steam kettles, fryers, batch cookers, industrial ovens, and more. Oversee ingredient preparation for hot and cold production according to production schedules, recipes, and build guides and ensure precise execution according to specifications. Monitor food quality, batch sizes, ingredient specifications, and presentation standards to maintain quality and consistency. Follow and comply with established prepping and cooking protocols and procedures, including but not limited to: Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, recipe and labeling guidelines, and safe work practices. Enforce hygiene and sanitation standards to comply with food safety regulations. Complete all required daily documentation for Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), metal detection, X-ray, and all other logs as required for the facility. Maintain accurate labeling of products and ensure correct batch and pack dates are applied. Open and close kitchen facility according to established procedures and ensure opening, mid, and closing duties are performed, as assigned. Assist in training of new Team Members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials. Train and mentor Team Members on proper food handling, safety procedures, and equipment usage. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, relevant regulatory rules and standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), USDA, State Department of Agriculture, HACCP, FSMA, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation regulations, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Weights and Measures. Foster a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork and mutual respect. Qualifications: 1-2 years of experience cooking in a food manufacturing facility environment (preferred) or restaurant. In-depth understanding of various cooking techniques and methods utilized in a high-volume, USDA-certified food facility. Proficiency in operating industrial cooking equipment, including, but not limited to: ovens, grills, kettles, and mixers. Basic understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain management, environmental health and safety, and OSHA. Basic computer skills; proficiency in select Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and ability to learn custom applications. Basic understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) processes within a food manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable of working independently w…

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