Olive Branch is seeking experienced Cooks and Fry Cooks to join our growing prepared foods team. These positions are responsible for producing high-quality fresh meals and prepared foods while maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, cleanliness, consistency, and efficiency.
Successful candidates will work as part of a collaborative kitchen team supporting retail, catering, and e-commerce operations. Whether preparing signature recipes, operating fryers, or assisting with daily food production, team members play a key role in delivering the quality our customers expect.
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Minimum 2 years of commercial kitchen experience.
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Experience as a cook, fry cook, or similar food production role.
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Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
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Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
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Legally eligible to work in Canada.
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Food Handler Certification.
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Experience in grocery retail, catering, deli, or high-volume food production.
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Experience with kosher food preparation is an asset.
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Strong teamwork and communication skills.
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Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and production schedules.
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Operate fryers and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
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Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
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Assist with food preparation, portioning, packaging, and labeling.
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Support catering, retail, and online order production.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
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Follow all food safety and workplace safety procedures.
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Assist with inventory management, receiving, and storage of products.
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Work collaboratively to meet daily production goals and customer demand.
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Strong cooking and food preparation abilities.
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Experience with fryer operations and high-volume production.
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Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
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Excellent organization and time management skills.
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Dependable, team-oriented, and customer-focused.
