Job Description

Welcome to Weavers Way!

Weavers Way is a not-for-profit organization that’s doing things differently to support our local community. As a member-owned co-op, we don’t exist just to make money. Weavers Way operates on a triple bottom line philosophy known as People-Planet-Profit - which means every action we take, we strive to benefit people (our community, employees, and local vendors), planet (we strive to be one of the most sustainable places around!), and profit (so we can support our team members and operate as a business). By joining us, you’re helping us fulfill our mission of keeping dollars in our local community, supporting over 300 local food vendors, and being a part of strengthening and enriching the people and planet around us.

Join Weavers Way as a Dishwash/Prepared Foods Cook!

We are looking for an energetic, community-oriented and experienced individual to work as a Dishwasher/Prepared Foods Cook in our Ambler location. This position is Full-time with an anticipated 30-34 hours per week. Wednesday-Sunday required. If you have experience working in a team setting and a passion for great customer service, then we want to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce prepared foods according to daily operations list and established recipes, pre-wrap, and label items for sale
• Responsible for kitchen sanitation and clean up
• Weekend work requirements as determined by manager
• Observe all Weavers Way policies and procedures
• Attend departmental and all-staff meetings
• Assist with quarterly inventories
• Complete evaluations as assigned
• Read the day book each shift and other communications as released
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Fresh Foods Manager or Manager on Duty
• Ensure all dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment is cleaned and sanitized according to Department of Health standards
• Sort and replenish clean dishes in their designated areas
• Dispose of trash in designated containers
• Light maintenance of kitchen and dish equipment while reporting any malfunctions to management

This position involves direct handling of common allergens, including dairy, wheat, tree nuts, seafood, fish, and sesame.

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission and goals of Weavers Way Co-op.
• Large batch catering or retail food production experience highly preferred
• Proficient knife skills
• Some retail, restaurant or catering experience
• Direct customer service experience
• Knowledge of safe food handling
• Exhibited ability to work well in a team setting
• Proven ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment when necessary
• Knowledge of prepared foods and an exhibited enthusiasm for food
• Be, or become upon hiring, a member in good standing of Weavers Way Co-op.