Job Description
Job Description
About the Company
Plant Life Foods, backed by Everwell Hospitality, is a purpose-driven company creating plant-based, gluten-free foods designed to support wellness, sustainability, and mindful living. Their culinary-forward products are crafted with wholesome ingredients that align with healthy, lifestyle-focused values. Committed to making a positive impact beyond food, Plant Life fosters community connection, creativity, and social good. Every product is made with intention, fueling both body and purpose.
Job Summary
The Kitchen Prep & Baker Associate is responsible for preparing, assembling, baking, and packaging food and beverage items in accordance with standardized recipes and production procedures. This role supports both bakery and deli operations while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and allergen-safe practices within a health-focused environment.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepares ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, and portioning according to recipes and prep lists.
- Performs daily baking tasks including mixing, scaling, portioning, and finishing baked goods.
- Preps produce, sauces, spreads, and deli ingredients for daily service.
- Cooks, batches, and assembles food items under direction of leadership and in compliance with recipes.
- Follows strict allergen-safe procedures, including accurate labeling and avoidance of cross-contamination.
- Labels, dates, and stores all products properly using FIFO (first-in, first-out) standards.
- Packages, labels, and rotates products for delivery, service line use, or retail display.
- Maintains clean, sanitized, and organized prep, baking, and production areas throughout the shift.
- Supports dishwashing, equipment cleaning, and other general kitchen duties as needed.
- Reports low stock levels, ingredient shortages, or equipment concerns promptly to leadership.
- Adheres to all food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements, including temp logs and handwashing.
- Works collaboratively with team members to meet daily production and service goals.
- Follows all company policies, dress code expectations, and safety procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently.
- Basic baking knowledge or experience (professional or advanced home experience welcomed).
- Solid kitchen fundamentals and an understanding of prep processes.
- Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and safely in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
- Good communication skills and a team-oriented, reliable attitude.
- Ability to work independently after training.
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Kitchen prep experience required.
- Baking experience strongly preferred (professional or well-developed home experience accepted).
- Experience with vegan and/or gluten-free production is a plus but not required; training provided.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and repetitive motion.
- Must be able to lift 25 – 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with heat, cold, moisture, and continuous movement.
- Frequent use of hands, harms, sight, and hearing.
- Flexibility to bend, reach, and grab throughout the day.
Shift Times
- Shifts may include:
- 9:00AM – 5:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Shift times may vary based on season.
- Weekend availability is required for the position.
What We Offer
- Team-oriented, inclusive work environment.
- Opportunity to learn specialized vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-aware production methods.
- Employee discounts.
This Job Description does not limit the employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities as Plant Life deems necessary. The company reserves the inherited right to modify, add, or eliminate any portion or all of this Job Description and Position. This document does not constitute a contract of employment in any form. Employment is "At-Will" at Plant Life.