Starting at $18 per hour.

Evening availability is required, with shifts typically from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Job Title: Prep Cook

Location: Pilgrim's Market

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

As a Prep Cook at Pilgrim's Market, you will play a key role in preparing high-quality, fresh food items for our customers. Your responsibilities will include daily food prep, cooking, and assembly, as well as ensuring the kitchen environment remains clean and organized. You will be expected to follow recipes, develop new dishes, and maintain food safety standards.

• Assist in the creation of daily prep and assembly lists for kitchen tasks.
• Prep, wash, and cook vegetables, beans, meats, rice, pastas, and other items as needed.
• Assemble compound salads and prepare cold case items such as meatloaf, lasagnas, and salmon cakes.
• Package, label, and store food items according to company standards.
• Develop and execute new recipes for various kitchen products.
• Perform general kitchen cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, and trash removal.

• Minimum 1 year of culinary experience required.
• Flexible availability and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Ability to receive and provide feedback for personal and team growth.
• Knowledge of and adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to safely handle food allergens, including but not limited to: wheat, dairy, fish, shellfish, eggs, nuts, and peanuts.
• Ability to use basic kitchen tools and equipment safely, including knives, slicers, and blenders.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs overhead and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work on your feet for the entire shift and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and noisy environments for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and maintain composure in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment.
• Vision corrected to 20/20 or as needed.
• Must comply with all Idaho laws and department standards regarding food safety and sanitation.
• Be able to safely use automated slicer, oven, smoker, range top, fryers, food processor, immersion blender, dishwasher, flat top grill, blenders, juicer, tilt skillet, blast chiller, steamer, labeling scale, knives, and box cutters.

• Health*, dental, and vision insurance (*Full-Time only)
• Short-term disability insurance
• Term life insurance
• Accident, critical illness, air/ground ambulance, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (up to $1500 annual employer contribution) *Full-time only
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Education Assistance Program (Student loan repayment and/or Tuition reimbursement)
• 25% Employee Store Discount / 30% Discount in Deli
• Healthy Living Benefits
• Annual Bonus
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid breaks

Benefits:

• Health*, dental, and vision insurance (*Full-Time Employees Only)
• Short-term disability insurance
• Term life insurance
• Accident, critical illness, air/ground ambulance, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account* (*Full-Time Employees Only)
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Annual cash bonuses (profit sharing)
• 25% Everyday Employee Discount / 30% Deli Discount
• Healthy Living Benefits
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid breaks

Join Our Team!

If you are passionate about food and dedicated to providing outstanding customer service, we invite you to apply for the Prep Cook position at Pilgrims Market. Become a part of our team and contribute to creating a welcoming and delicious experience for our customers!

We are happy to consider candidates with limited experience, even if they do not meet all job requirements. Entry-level roles are available with training, and starting pay will be adjusted to reflect an applicant's ability to meet the requirements of the position. Some positions or responsibilities require minimum age qualifications due to legal and safety regulations, including operating equipment (18+) and alcohol sales (19+).

To Apply:

You can apply right here on Indeed!

Want to make a great impression? You're also welcome to send your resume and cover letter directly to Emily at foodservice@pilgrimsmarket.com.

To learn more about our team and other opportunities, visit pilgrimsjobs.com.