Food Production Cook Job at Tamarack Holdings, Traverse City, MI

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  • Tamarack Holdings
  • Traverse City, MI

Job Description

Food for Thought is hiring! We are a group of people who are passionate about our Made in Michigan specialty small-batch food products and deeply committed to our local food systems. If you are a motivated individual looking to work in a collaborative team environment, read on...

What we need: We have an opening for a full-time, enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our team as a Food Production Cook.

This position operates in a food manufacturing production environment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Prepare, cook, and assemble food products according to recipes and quality standards.

  • Safely operate production equipment and maintain proper handling procedures.

  • Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations at all times.

  • Record production details and maintain accurate inventory logs.

  • Work closely with team members to meet daily production targets.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work environment.

  • Measure and mix ingredients, managing small-batch, large volume cooking efficiently.

  • Test products to ensure compliance with legal, safety, and quality requirements.

  • Organize and monitor ingredient storage and supplies.

  • Assist with other production workflows as needed.

What's in it for you?

Competitive pay ranging from $24–26/hr – experience a plus! We reward skilled team members with higher pay and offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with up to 5% employer match, paid holidays and PTO, and extras like wellness programs, volunteer pay, and safety footwear reimbursement.

Schedule:

  • Monday - Thursday, 4-10's - AM Shift
  • 3-day weekends

This combination of schedule, pay and benefits is designed to reward skill, experience, and commitment while supporting your well-being.

You'll have room for growth and career development while working in a dynamic and lively environment that on any given day might smell like spiced cherries, coffee caramel, or blueberry lavender preserves.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks effectively.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliability, punctuality, and self-motivation.
  • Physical capability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Preferred: kitchen or line cook experience. Excited to train someone eager to learn and grow!

Food for Thought (FFT) is part of the Tamarack Holdings family of companies. Applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and must live within daily driving distance of FFT's headquarters in Traverse City, MI. Tamarack Holdings will run background checks on all potential employees upon acceptance of a position offer in conjunction with our employment policies.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work,

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