The Production Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and portioning a wide variety of menu items in our high-volume kitchen. This position plays a key role in maintaining food quality, consistency, and efficiency in line with company standards. The Production Cook collaborates with the kitchen team to ensure timely, safe, and accurate food preparation while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portion sizes, and standards.
• Operate various kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stoves, grills) in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
• Monitor and control inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and minimizing food waste.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to ensure proper quantity and quality of products.
• Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth operation during peak service hours.
• Communicate any issues or concerns regarding food quality, safety, or kitchen equipment to the Kitchen Lead or Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and listening skills. 
• Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals.
• Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for learning, teaching and promoting teamwork.

About us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge.

The Buttery is many things: 

• a great local eatery
• the village bakery & patisserie
• an exceptional specialty coffee shop
• all wrapped in a unique retail environment  

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives.  But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.  

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.