What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fermented Food Specialist (Cultured Mama) position at Pilgrims Market?
Starting at $18 per hour.
Sundays and Mondays required.
Job Title: Fermented Food Production Specialist
Location: Pilgrim's Market
Position Type: Part Time
About the Position:
The Fermented Food Production Specialist will be responsible for manufacturing high-quality fermented food products that are not only delicious but also offer health benefits through safe consumption of beneficial bacteria. The role involves maintaining a clean, organized, and well-maintained production environment to ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Production & Recipe Adherence: Execute production tasks according to supervisor instructions, ensuring timely completion of high-quality fermented food products; accurately follow recipes to maintain consistent product quality, taste, and health benefits.
- Safety Procedures: Adhere to equipment safety protocols, food safety regulations, and standard operating procedures (S.O.P.s).
- Team Collaboration: Work respectfully with co-workers and foster teamwork in the production process.
- Compliance: Follow all Idaho laws and company standards regarding food safety, sanitation, and handling practices.
- Stocking: Face and stock Cultured Mama products on the shelves while providing great customer service
- Independence: Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks efficiently.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to safely handle sharp objects and equipment such as knives, meat slicers, and blenders.
- Must comply with all Idaho laws and company standards regarding food safety and sanitation.
- Comfortable working in varying temperature conditions, including both cold environments (e.g., walk-in coolers, freezers) and hot environments (e.g., stove tops, production areas).
- Ability to work in potentially slippery or tight spaces, navigate busy, high-traffic areas safely, and be aware of the surrounding environment.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment with potential loud noise from machinery.
- Ability to repeatedly lift up to 60 lbs and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs overhead.
- Ability to stand for an entire shift and perform repetitive tasks involving the use of arms, shoulders, wrists, hands, and back.
- Vision corrected to 20/20 for safety and accuracy.
- Must be able to handle sharp tools and equipment safely (e.g., knives, slicers).
Benefits:
- Health*, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Term life insurance (10K employer paid)
- Accident, critical illness, air/ground ambulance, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account* (up to $1500 annual employer contribution)
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Education Assistance Program (student loan repayment and/or tuition reimbursement)
- 25% Employee Store Discount / 30% Deli Discount
- Healthy Living Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Paid breaks
*Full-time employees only
Join Our Team!
If you are passionate about fermented foods and dedicated to providing outstanding customer service, we invite you to apply for the fermented foods position at Pilgrims Market. Become a part of our team and contribute to creating a welcoming and delicious experience for our customers!
To Apply: Visit https://pilgrimsjobs.com to apply or email Judith at cultured@pilgrimsmarket.com with a resume and brief cover letter.
Salary : $1,500
