Sous Chef NEW

Kittery, Maine
Terra Cotta Pasta Co Inc
Job Description Job Description Company Overview

Terra Cotta Pasta Co is a locally owned food manufacturing company that has been delighting customers for over 30 years with our homemade pasta, ravioli, sauces, and a variety of delicious in house prepared food items. Our commitment to quality and flavor is evident in the products we offer, making us a beloved choice in the community.

Summary

As a Kitchen Production Associate at Terra Cotta Pasta Co, you will be an integral part of our food production team within a fast paced environment. This role is essential for ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality while contributing to the creation of our delicious products.

Responsibilities

• Learn and prepare from scratch recipes of all in house prepared products weighing, labeling and merchandising of those items.
• Ensure all food safety protocols are strictly adhered to during the production process.
• Maintain kitchen areas for cleanliness, organization and maintenance protocols.
• Help create and complete daily prep lists and assignments.
• Collaborate with team members in back of house as well as front of house to optimize production efficiency.
• Assist in product ordering, checking in items and putting away deliveries when they arrive.
• In your role as kitchen production associate other duties not listed my be assigned as necessary to ensure proper running of back of house operations.
• All associates will ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers as well as other store associates at all times.
• Must maintain a neat and clean appearance.
• An understanding of POS systems is a plus to support front of house staff and customers when necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or processing is preferred.
• Detail oriented with a passion for food preparation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
• Excellent knife skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and maintain a positive attitude with customers and coworkers alike.
• Attention to detail with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards.
• Must love pasta in all shapes and sizes.

Benefits

• 401K with employer match.
• Profit sharing bonuses.
• PTO Time.
• Direct Primary Care Membership.
• Employee Discounts.
• Flexible Schedules however must be available weekends.
• Monthly Shared Tips equivalent to $3-$4 per hour.
• Closed on the following Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day, Easter and Labor day.

If you are passionate about food production and eager to contribute to a local favorite, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Terra Cotta Pasta Co!