Full-Time Prepared Foods Cook

Welcome to Weavers Way!

Weavers Way is a not-for-profit organization that’s doing things differently to support our local community. As a member-owned co-op, we don’t exist just to make money. Weavers Way operates on a triple bottom line philosophy known as People-Planet-Profit - which means every action we take, we strive to benefit people (our community, employees, and local vendors), planet (we strive to be one of the most sustainable places around!), and profit (so we can support our team members and operate as a business). By joining us, you’re helping us fulfill our mission of keeping dollars in our local community, supporting over 300 local food vendors, and being a part of strengthening and enriching the people and planet around us

Join us as a Prepared Foods Cook!
We are seeking a dependable and driven Prepared Foods Cook to support our kitchen operations in our Chestnut Hill location. This is a full-time, non-exempt role working an anticipated 35-40 hours per week. Wednesday - Saturday availability is required. Our Prepared Foods Cooks are responsible for efficiently and consistently preparing high-volume food production in advance of service needs, ensuring seamless execution during peak hours. The successful candidate will follow standardized recipes to prepare, package, and label a diverse selection of high-quality prepared foods for retail. This is a hands-on position that plays a critical role in maintaining product availability and delivering a positive experience for our customers. If you have a passion for community, great food, and culinary creativity, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Prepare items from our daily production list using provided recipes
• Pre-wrap and label products for sale
• Keep the kitchen clean and up to sanitation standards
• Pitch in with weekend shifts as needed
• Follow all Weavers Way policies and procedures
• Attend team meetings and all-staff gatherings
• Help with quarterly inventory counts
• Read the day book and other updates at the start of each shift
• Take on other duties as assigned by Kitchen Management

• A commitment to the mission and goals of Weavers Way Co-op.
• Prior experience in restaurant or commercial kitchens is required.
• Proficient knife skills.
• Volume cooking experience is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of food safety practices.
• A team player with great communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when needed.
• Ability to remain standing for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• A genuine passion for food and current culinary trends.
• Be, or become upon hiring, a member in good standing of Weavers Way Co-op.