Production Cook / Sanitor

Don's Prepared Foods is a leading manufacturer on the East Coast specializing in prepared gourmet deli salads, gourmet cream cheese spreads, dips, entrée's, and a wide range of high-quality prepared foods. As a family-owned business, Don's Prepared Foods operates with a deep commitment to quality and tradition, managing over 130 distinct products across its three well-known brands: Don's Salads, Melanie's Medleys, and Artisan Deli. The company prides itself on crafting delicious and innovative food products that meet the demands of a discerning, quality-focused customer base. Don's Prepared Foods has established itself as a trusted name in the food manufacturing industry, emphasizing stringent food safety standards and exceptional product consistency.

The company is currently seeking a Cook to join its production team at the Schwenksville, PA food manufacturing plant. This role is an essential part of the production process, where the Cook is responsible for preparing big batches of delicious, high-quality products that align with the company's standards. The position offers an hourly, non-exempt schedule, with a start time at 3 AM from Monday to Friday, catering especially to early risers who value consistent work hours and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a well-established family business.

In this role, the Cook will prepare ingredients by cooking, blanching, and chilling according to the daily schedule, ensuring compliance with all critical control points and food safety documentation. The Cook will follow internal recipes and procedures meticulously, maintain sanitation standards, and handle ingredients for upcoming production days. This position requires strict adherence to USDA, FDA, SQF, and HACCP regulations, supported by ongoing communication with management and quality assurance teams to safeguard product safety and quality. Working with today’s technology, Cooks will utilize a computer tablet to report on jobs and maintain production records within an ERP system.

Don's Prepared Foods values candidates who are team-oriented, detail-focused, and committed to upholding the company's high-quality standards. As part of the production department, the Cook plays a crucial role in ensuring that products meet customer expectations and safety requirements. With an emphasis on a strong safety culture and employee well-being, Don's Prepared Foods provides competitive weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment, including training initiatives like Alchemy Education Training and robust safety programs.