Food Manufacturer

Russ' Commissary is seeking a full-time dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented

individual to make large batches of cooked product. Primary job functions include general food production and sanitation, but may also incorporate warehousing, picking orders, and local delivery. Must be able to work in a cold environment at times.

We are a USDA facility providing wholesome, made-from-scratch, safe, good food to Russ’ Restaurants and other local companies throughout West Michigan. We value our employees and encourage a friendly work environment, good work relationships and honest work ethic beginning with the management team. If you are an independent, self-driven individual who pays great attention to detail and would like to join our positive and supportive team, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Read and follow recipes as written.
• Measure ingredients accurately and to specifications.
• Rotate raw ingredients and finished products. (FIFO)
• Properly label all raw, in-process, and finished product materials.
• Create and adhere to a weekly production schedule meeting the needs of our restaurants.
• Follow and maintain good sanitation procedures in accordance with USDA/FDA Regulatory requirements.
• Perform and properly document product cook & cool-down temperature checks in relation to our HACCP Plan.
• Accurately pick orders for our restaurants.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Requirements:

• Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly. Repetitive lifting, bending, twisting, etc.
• Strong communication and math skills.
• Must be well organized with ability to improve on efficiency.
• Ability to concurrently prepare multiple recipes.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision!

Wage is commensurate with experience, skills and certifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\

Founded in 1934 and still owned and managed by the same family, Russ’ Restaurant combines the best of a family-friendly diner with classic comfort food and charm. With 12 family-owned locations, we're continually striving to add great members to our team.
The quality of our team is our best recipe. It takes more than high-quality ingredients and a hot grill to bring out that warm hospitality that Russ’ is known for. It takes the right kind of person. Someone with an outgoing personality, who treats everyone they meet like an old friend.