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Grab 'N' Go Prep

Mother's Market & Kitchen, Inc.
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

At Mother’s Market, we’re passionate about providing healthy, delicious food to our community. As a Grab 'N' Go Prep, you’ll support our food service team by preparing fresh meals, chopping produce, and ensuring quality standards are upheld. From soups to salads, your work helps create convenient, wholesome options for our customers.

Hourly Pay: $16.90 – $22.00

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plus great in-store discounts

 

What You’ll Do

Prepare fresh meals according to established recipes and daily prep lists
Chop vegetables, fruits, and assemble cold entrees and side dishes
Prepare soups, cornbread, and biscuits; refill as needed throughout the day
Store and rotate leftover food properly to prevent spoilage
Test food temperatures and follow food safety standards
Stock cold line with prepped vegetables and replenish items as needed
Cover breaks for kitchen cooks when available
Communicate product shortages and equipment issues to the manager
Maintain a clean and organized work area in line with health department regulations
Follow all safety and sanitation protocols
Provide excellent customer service as needed
Attend scheduled team meetings
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager

 

What You Bring

Experience & Skills:
Experience in commercial food prep or food service preferred
Understanding of basic cooking techniques for hot and cold food
Familiarity with food safety standards and health codes
Experience using commercial kitchen equipment is a plus

Customer Focus & Abilities:
Able to read, understand, and follow recipes in English
Verbal proficiency in English and basic written communication
Strong attention to cleanliness, detail, and accuracy
Basic math skills for food measurements and calculations
Team-oriented, adaptable, and dependable

 

Physical Requirements

Stand for long periods (up to 8 hours)
Push, lift, and carry equipment or food items (up to 50 lbs.) up to 100 times daily
Use carts and dollies to move product between coolers and workstations
Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead for items
Work in both hot and cold environments, including outdoors as needed
Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced kitchen setting
Follow all health code and sanitation regulations

 

Schedule Requirements

Must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays

 

Why Join Mother’s Market?

We’re a mission-driven company that prioritizes health, community, and sustainability. As part of our kitchen team, you’ll contribute to nourishing our customers while working in a positive and supportive environment.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mother’s Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.

 

Make Health Your Mission—Apply Today!

If you're ready to bring your prep skills to a team that cares about quality, health, and service, we’d love to meet you.

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