Experienced High Volume Production Cook

$18 - $24 per hour

Fresh Fit Meals

Job Description

Location: Urbandale
Schedule: PM Shift, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Availability Required: Weekends required
Pay: $18–$24/hour (based on experience)
Benefits: 2 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) + 5 days Sick Time

Health insurance: 50/50 Split

About the Role

We’re hiring a Experienced High Volume Prep Cook to support a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen focused on consistent, high-quality meal production. This position handles daily protein prep volumes of 400–600 pounds and requires strong knife skills, organization, and strict attention to food safety. Must complete video application to be interviewed!

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and portion proteins at high volume (400–600 lbs/day ) according to recipes and production specs
Follow standardized prep methods to ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and quality
Operate kitchen equipment safely (knives, scales, slicers, ovens, grills, etc.)
Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep stations (clean-as-you-go)
Label, date, and properly store ingredients and finished product (FIFO)
Monitor product quality, temperatures, and sanitation standards
Assist with receiving, stocking, and inventory organization as needed
Support the team during peak production times and help meet daily output goals

Required Qualifications

Ability to work a AM/PM shift: 6am-3pm / 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Ability to work during the day for a couple weeks to train and transition to PM Shift
Weekend availability is required
Comfortable working in a high-volume production kitchen
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes/specs precisely
Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs repeatedly (bulk proteins, ingredient bins, etc.)
Proficient knife skills and willingness to learn standardized processes
Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and a reliable attendance record

Preferred Qualifications

2+ year experience in a prep cook, line cook, or production kitchen role

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