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Sous Chef/Kitchen Production

Terra Cotta Pasta Co
South Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule


Company Overview

Terra Cotta Pasta Co is a locally owned food manufacturing company that has been delighting customers for over 30 years with our homemade pasta, ravioli, sauces, and a variety of delicious in house prepared food items. Our commitment to quality and flavor is evident in the products we offer, making us a beloved choice in the community.

Summary

As a Kitchen Production Associate at Terra Cotta Pasta Co, you will be an integral part of our food production team within a fast paced environment. This role is essential for ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality while contributing to the creation of our delicious products.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and prepare from scratch recipes of all in house prepared products weighing, labeling and merchandising of those items.
  • Ensure all food safety protocols are strictly adhered to during the production process.
  • Maintain kitchen areas for cleanliness, organization and maintenance protocols.
  • Help create and complete daily prep lists and assignments.
  • Collaborate with team members in back of house as well as front of house to optimize production efficiency.
  • Assist in product ordering, checking in items and putting away deliveries when they arrive.
  • In your role as kitchen production associate other duties not listed my be assigned as necessary to ensure proper running of back of house operations.
  • All associates will ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers as well as other store associates at all times.
  • Must maintain a neat and clean appearance.
  • An understanding of POS systems is a plus to support front of house staff and customers when necessary.


Qualifications

  • Experience in food production or processing is preferred.
  • Detail oriented with a passion for food preparation.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Excellent knife skills are required.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and maintain a positive attitude with customers and coworkers alike.
  • Attention to detail with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Must love pasta in all shapes and sizes.


Benefits

  • 401K with employer match.
  • Profit sharing bonuses.
  • PTO Time.
  • Direct Primary Care Membership.
  • Employee Discounts.
  • Flexible Schedules however must be available weekends.
  • Monthly Shared Tips equivalent to $3-$4 per hour.
  • Closed on the following Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day, Easter and Labor day.


If you are passionate about food production and eager to contribute to a local favorite, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Terra Cotta Pasta Co!

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