Cook (FT) Meridian

Love making great food and keeping things running smoothly in the kitchen? We're looking for an experienced cook who will prepare fresh, high-quality dishes that keep our customers coming back for more. You’ll follow approved recipes, uphold food safety standards, and work closely with your teammates to keep production flowing and the Grab & Go cases full.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook food according to Co-op recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Plan and manage daily production based on forecasted sales and department needs.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards and health regulations.
• Keep Grab & Go stations clean, stocked, and ready for customers.
• Communicate clearly with leads and team members to coordinate production and orders.
• Reduce food waste through portion control and careful inventory management.
• Assist with prep, setup, and ingredient organization for daily operations.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while keeping a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor production or workflow issues efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Team player with a positive attitude and passion for good food
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced kitchen
• Clear communicator who collaborates well with others
• Ability to follow directions and execute recipes with consistency
• Basic knowledge of food safety and handling practices
• Organized, dependable, and focused on quality and efficiency

Education & Experience

• Previous kitchen or food service experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• ServSafe certification required
• Knowledge of knife safety and food handling protocols

Physical Demands & Working Environment
This role keeps you active! You’ll be on your feet, lifting up to 50 lbs., reaching, bending, and using step stools or ladders as needed. Expect a lively kitchen environment with collaboration, creativity, and plenty of delicious smells. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and used when working with equipment. It’s a fast-paced, team-focused setting where no two days are the same

It is the policy of Boise Co-Op that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of Boise Co-Op to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. Boise Co-Op is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the HR Department by phone (208) 472-4507.

Boise Co-op is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.  The Boise Co-op participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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