Kitchen Production & Counter Assistant

.Kitchen Production & Counter Assistant

Ventimiglia Italian Foods
35197 Dodge Park Road
Sterling Heights, MI

$18.00–$20.00 per hour
Full-Time (Approximately 30 Hours per Week)

About Ventimiglia Italian Foods

For generations, Ventimiglia Italian Foods has been known throughout Metro Detroit for its authentic Italian specialties, prepared foods, and commitment to quality. We take pride in producing fresh, scratch-made foods every day while providing exceptional service to every customer who walks through our doors.

We are currently seeking a dependable, hard-working individual who takes pride in producing quality food, enjoys working in a structured environment, and understands the value of consistency, cleanliness, and teamwork.

About This Opportunity

ChampionPEO is assisting Ventimiglia Italian Foods with the recruitment and initial screening process for this position. Qualified applicants will participate in a brief virtual interview with ChampionPEO before being presented to Ventimiglia Italian Foods for final interviews and hiring decisions.

Position Summary

This is primarily a kitchen production position (approximately 95% of the role) with occasional assistance at the prepared food counter. No advanced culinary experience is required. We are looking for someone with an outstanding work ethic, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, production-focused kitchen.

If you enjoy working with your hands, staying busy, following proven procedures, and producing quality food with consistency, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Schedule

• Approximately 30 hours per week
• Regular daytime schedule
• Monday
• Thursday
• Saturday
• Sunday
• Approximately 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Consistent weekly schedule (changes are rare and generally limited to vacations or emergencies)

Compensation & Benefits

• $18.00–$20.00 per hour
• Paid training
• 401(k)
• Up to a 3% company 401(k) match
• Health Insurance Reimbursement
• Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply

What You'll Do

Every day follows a structured production schedule designed to keep our kitchen operating efficiently.

Morning Production

• Prepare and stock the freshly prepared food display
• Assemble salads and prepared foods according to company recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain exceptional attention to cleanliness and detail

High-Volume Food Preparation

• Chop vegetables
• Peel and prepare large quantities of potatoes, onions, carrots, and other produce.
• Assist with scratch food preparation throughout the day
• Handle physically demanding production tasks safely and efficiently

Production Cooking

• Prepare chicken and vegetables following established recipes
• Monitor cooking times and product quality
• Maintain consistency across all prepared foods

Kitchen Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized workstation
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Work efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• Support the kitchen team throughout the day

Customer Interaction

Although this is primarily a kitchen production position, you'll occasionally assist customers at the prepared food counter by greeting guests, answering basic questions, and providing friendly service when needed.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Is dependable and punctual
• Enjoys routine and consistency
• Has a strong work ethic
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Takes pride in producing quality work
• Can remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• Is physically capable of lifting heavy ingredients and standing for extended periods
• Maintains a clean and professional workspace
• Presents a friendly, welcoming attitude when interacting with customers

Preferred Qualifications

No previous culinary experience is required.

However, experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Commercial kitchens
• Food preparation
• Grocery prepared foods
• Delis
• Restaurants
• Food manufacturing
• Customer service

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Repetitive chopping, slicing, and food preparation
• Work in refrigerated and warm kitchen environments
• Maintain a fast pace throughout the shift

Why Join Ventimiglia Italian Foods?

• Stable daytime schedule
• Consistent weekly hours
• Paid training
• Family-oriented workplace
• Structured work environment
• Opportunity to learn scratch food production from an experienced team
• Competitive hourly pay with retirement benefits

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work approximately 8:00 AM–3:00 PM on Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday?
• Are you able to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds?
• Are you comfortable standing for most of your shift while performing repetitive kitchen production tasks?
• Do you have reliable transportation to Ventimiglia Italian Foods in Sterling Heights?
• Are you at least 21 years of age?
• Do you have previous experience working in a kitchen, restaurant, deli, grocery prepared foods department, or food production environment?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20