About this role
The Food Operations Associate plays a dual role in supporting both food production and delivery operations. This position is responsible for supporting the preparation and packaging of high-quality food products, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring accurate, timely deliveries to customer locations. The role requires strong attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to operational excellence. Monday - Thursday 9:30am-2:00pm. Food Preparation · Follow recipes and build specifications to prepare sandwiches, salads, and other menu items in a team-based, assembly-line environment. · Assist in preparing raw ingredients, including washing, chopping, and measuring. · Ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy by adhering to recipes and production instructions. · Monitor holding times and temperatures to maintain food safety standards. Food Packaging & Labeling · Package finished food products in compliance with health and safety regulations. · Accurately label products with required information, including expiration dates. · Ensure packaging is neat, secure, and visually appealing for customers. Quality Control & Safety · Conduct routine quality checks to ensure products meet standards for taste, texture, and appearance. · Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary production areas. ·Report food quality concerns, equipment issues, or safety hazards to supervisors. · Follow all food safety guidelines, including proper use of PPE and sanitation procedures. Production Line Support · Support efficient production line operations by following established workflows. · Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to maintain productivity. · Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and work areas. Eat Club Operations · Organize and maintain daily workflows, ensuring efficient sorting and fulfillment processes. · Ensure all meals meet packaging and labeling standards. · Maintain accuracy, organization, and efficiency in order sorting. · Clean and organize delivery trays, bags, and workstations. · Assist with or lead pre-sort and sorting processes. · Ensure all deliveries depart on time. · Complete delivery and fulfillment of meals, including customer-facing drop-offs. · Maintain strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. Driving Responsibilities · Arrive on time for all scheduled shifts and maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude. · Represent the company professionally by adhering to uniform and conduct standards. · Follow all company policies, procedures, and food safety requirements. · Load delivery vehicles accurately based on assigned routes and verify all required items. · Drive company vehicles to customer accounts and Continental buildings · Deliver correct orders on time while maintaining food safety standards. · Communicate any issues or delays promptly to management. · Handle end-of-day responsibilities, including unloading equipment and returning unused or dirty items.