Food Safety Associate

Who we are

CookUnity is a chef-to-you marketplace connecting talented chefs with consumers, revolutionizing meal delivery. We bring small-batch, restaurant-quality meals to eaters nationwide, crafted by a diverse collective of all-star chefs. With over 100 inspired chefs from cities like NYC, LA, Chicago, and more, our weekly subscription offers a wide range of hand-crafted meals to cater to various palates and dietary preferences. By delivering over 1 million meals per month, we're also empowering working chefs, multiplying their income, and supporting their growth.

We are growing rapidly and looking for hard-working, passionate team members that will help us become more efficient, faster, and reliable to our customers.

We are always learning and growing – if this sounds like an environment where you would thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role and Responsibilities

• Communicate kitchen GMP rules to Chefs as needed- gloves, hairnets, proper hand washing, cleaning of equipment, sanitizing of prep stations, etc.
• Record and maintain daily cooking cooling logs, review, and report deviations for corrective actions with the FS team
• Maintain training roster for employees and chef teams including Food Handler certifications
• Perform daily and monthly audits/assessments on chef teams GMP and the manufacturing kitchen’s compliance
• Ensure all items in coolers and freezers are appropriately labeled including Chef Name, Product Name and Date etc.
• Ensure all walk-in coolers and standalone fridges maintain specified temperature settings
• Daily facility compliance walks including corrective actions
• Ensures the facility is always ready for inspection by a local regulator or third-party auditor.
• Monitor facility for compliance with safe chemical use and any evidence of pest harborage.
• Oversee food production and ensure all Chefs are adhering to the rules and regulations of the CU Chef agreement
• Work closely with other departments such as Kitchen Operations, Supply Chain and Maintenance to correct issues affecting food safety and quality.
• Perform weekly thermometer calibrations for Chefs and Food Safety team.
• Other FS tasks and responsibilities as assigned as part of continuous improvement

A Little About You:

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Willing to work in different shifts (7-3, 9-5, 10-6, 12-8, 3-11 and overnight) including weekends, and in a temperature controlled (hot/cold) environment
• Previous experience working in a food production or food service environment
• Positive and committed to doing the right thing.
• Experience working with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a positive, collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency G Suite/Google Workspace.
• Good communication skills
• ANSI accredited food handler certification or willingness to complete within 1 week
• Ability to work 30+ hours per week.

You are…

Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Push and pull up to 200 pounds
• Stand for long periods of time
• Work in temperature controlled environments

Benefits:

• Paid weekly
• 401K
• Healthcare coverage with Cigna
• Opportunity for advancement in skills and career growth
• Occasional opportunities for overtime

Pay range…

• $18-20 per hour

If you’re interested in this role, please submit your application and if we think you might be a fit, we'll get in touch with you. Thank you for your time!

CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

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