Sprinly Fresh Food Kitchen Cook

Position Description: Sprinly Fresh Food Kitchen Cook Purpose for the Position: The Fresh Food Kitchen Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and assembling high-quality food products in a USDA-regulated food manufacturing environment. This position follows standardized recipes, food safety regulations, sanitation procedures, and production schedules to ensure the consistent production of fresh, safe, and high-quality meals.

The Cook supports operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with USDA, FDA, GMP, HACCP, and company food safety standards. Essential Responsibilities: Essential responsibilities are fundamental duties of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. Food Preparation and Production Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, measuring, mixing, and portioning according to approved recipes and production specifications.

Operate commercial kitchen equipment such as tilt skillet, ovens, steamers, mixers, slicers, and food processing equipment safely and efficiently. Cook food products according to established recipes, cook times, temperatures, and quality standards Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance Monitor and document critical control points, cooking temperatures, and food safety records as required.

Maintain compliance with USDA regulations, HACCP programs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and sanitation requirements. Follow production schedules to meet daily manufacturing and customer order demands. Quality Assurance Inspect ingredients and finished products for freshness, quality, and appearance. Ensure products meet established specifications, recipes, and presentation standards.

Identify and report damaged, missing, expired, or non-conforming materials. Assist with corrective actions related to food safety and quality concerns. Perform quality checks on ingredients and finished products to ensure consistency and product integrity. Accurately complete production and food safety documentation. Sanitation and Housekeeping Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.

Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, workstations, and production areas according to established procedures. Follow chemical handling and sanitation guidelines. Dispose of waste and recyclable materials properly. Practice allergen control procedures and prevent cross-contamination. Participate in pre-operational inspections, sanitation activities, and food safety audits.

Teamwork and Productivity Work collaboratively with team members and leadership to meet production goals. Follow daily production schedules and complete assignments accurately and efficiently. Assist in reducing waste and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality. Perform additional duties as assigned to support business operations.

Assist with inventory rotation utilizing First-In, First-Out (FIFO) procedures. Communicate equipment issues, food safety concerns, or quality deviations to supervision immediately. Assist in training new team members on food safety and production procedures. Other Duties Perform related duties as assigned, consistent with organizational objectives and compliance requirements.

Required Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred. Experience Previous commercial kitchen, food production, food preparation, food service, warehouse, manufacturing, or related experience preferred. Strong knife skills and food preparation experience. Experience using a tilt skillet or tilt equipment is a plus. Experience working in a USDA-regulated food manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation principles. Ability to follow recipes, production instructions, and quality standards. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to maintain productivity while meeting quality expectations. Basic math skills for measuring, weighing, and portioning ingredients. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds periodically. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive movements.

Ability to wear required PPE including hairnets, beard nets, gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing. Environmental Conditions: Work is performed in both office and USDA-inspected food manufacturing environments. The role includes exposure to cold environments, production noise, and food allergens. Must adhere to all hygiene, sanitation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.