Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods- Now Hiring for Production Prep Cook

2705 NE Argyle St near Columbia, Portland OR

Description

Location: Portland, OR (97211) FT/PT Status: Full Time Shift: Day Hourly Rate: $17.00 Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods currently has a Production Prep Cook opening! Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc. is a locally owned, successful regional fresh produce manufacturer and is one of the largest independently owned produce companies in the Pacific Northwest. We have been growing exponentially and continuing to build a strong team to drive the company forward. We currently have an immediate opening for a Production Prep Cook who is trusted to maintain a clean and safe work environment, and responsible for preparing and packaging a variety of 'ready to eat' foods. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, PTO, 401(k) and $1000 bonus incentive after meeting required eligibility. Responsibilities: -Gathering ingredients for cooking and assembling a variety of ready-to-eat foods and salads -Evaluating finished products for appearance, taste, smell, and texture according to internal specifications -Maintaining a clean work area, equipment and utensils -Follow safety guidelines and uses caution in proper lifting techniques, handling of knives and operating machinery -Other duties as assigned Experience and Skill Requirements: -One year of high volume kitchen experience preferred, with a strong emphasis on traditional culinary fundamentals -General knowledge of basic kitchen ingredients, equipment and tools -Work safely, quickly and efficiently, with strict attention to detail -Good verbal, written & literary skills -Positive can-do attitude, team player with a strong work ethic -Effectively work as a team member and independently as required -Work in a refrigerated environment between 34 - 38 degrees -Lifts up to 25 lbs. repeatedly; up to 40 lbs. occasionally -Ability to work overtime as needed -Full weekend and holiday availability *All job offers with Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc. are contingent upon passing a drug screen for controlled substances including THC. *Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by law.*