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CookZuppardo’s Family Market, family owned and operated, has been a staple in the community for over 90 years, providing delicious food, great value, and exceptional service. We are seeking professional, service-oriented Cooks to help us continue that tradition.As a Cook at Zuppardo’s Family Market, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food that meets customer specifications while ensuring freshness, safety, and consistency. Our Cooks are friendly, reliable, energetic, and team-driven individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and a commitment to excellent customer service while prepping, cooking, and packaging food.Prepared Foods ResponsibilitiesArrive to workstation on time, properly groomed, dressed, and ready to workWork all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetingsPerform opening, mid, and closing duties as assignedMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work environmentFollow all health, safety, food handling, and sanitation proceduresSafely operate and clean kitchen equipmentAccurately weigh, price, package, and process prepared food itemsCook ResponsibilitiesEnsure all ingredients and finished products are fresh and meet quality standardsFollow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredientsBake, grill, steam, boil, fry, and prepare meats, vegetables, poultry, seafood, and other foodsPresent, garnish, and arrange finished dishesSet up workstations with required ingredients and equipmentMonitor inventory levels and product qualityMaintain food safety and sanitation standards at all timesClean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensilsExecute opening and closing proceduresOperate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, broilers, and fryersPerform other duties as assigned by store or team leadershipEssential FunctionsAbility to lift up to 50 lbsAbility to stand and/or walk for up to 8 hoursAbility to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motionsAbility to work in hot and cold environmentsAbility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as requiredWork EnvironmentFast-paced prepared foods and kitchen environmentCommitment to cleanliness, safety, and high-quality food preparationCOMPETITIVE WAGES and EXCELLENT BENEFITS!Zuppardo's Family Market is located at 5010 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA, 70006.Job Types: Part-time and Full-time positions availableBenefits for full-time positionsDental insuranceHealth insuranceVision insurance401(k) with matchProfit sharingSkills and QualificationsPrevious cooking or food service experience preferredKnowledge of food safety and sanitation practicesStrong attention to detail and ability to multitaskAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentPositive, team-oriented attitudeNeat and clean appearance #J-18808-Ljbffr