Salad Maker

Company: Aldon Food Corporation
Location: Schwenksville
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

Don's Prepared Foods makes high quality small batch salads, cream cheese, and dips. We are currently recruiting for a Salad Maker. Job Purpose: Formulation of finished product through the combination of various ingredients and the use of food processing equipment to produce safe food for sale to the general public. Key Responsibilities: Salad Makers must adhere to approved recipes in the formulation of finished products.Must constantly scrutinize "in process" product that they are formulating for any irregularities. Notification of irregularities to management must be immediate.Each Salad Maker must utilize the manufacturing instructions on recipe to ensure that all ingredients are added in the proper proportions and in correct order..Highlight any variations on the recipe & let Raw Material Warehouse Coordinator know of variations.Salad Makers measure the temperature of the finished salad / cream cheese (USDA CCP 1) before dipping and note that temperature in the appropriate location. Alert management of any product or ingredient above 40 degrees F.Must ensure that all vessels containing ingredients are completely covered and properly labeled with product ID and date.Must ensure their own safe and clean work environment.Competencies:Ability to read, write, comprehend, in English and follow recipes and understand proportions.Knowledge of different spices and proper amounts to use.Ability to take temperatures and accurately document findings.Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP).Ability to weigh and read a scale accurately.Ability to perform and understand basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication) and use a calculator.Must have excellent attendance / tardiness record. Physical Demands / Work Environment:This position works in a cold climate at about 34 to 38 degrees.Must be able to lift 50 pounds consistently.Typically stands for long periods of time.Be able to push, pull and mix product. Must pass a pre-employment background and drug test. Company Benefits:* Paid orientation* Alchemy Education Training* Competitive starting pay* Benefits package available after 60 days of employment, including option of POS or PPO Healthcare, Dental Insurance, Colonial Life Supplemental Insurance * Paid holidays and birthday.* SQF - Safe Quality Food Culture* Safety Culture* $250 sign on bonus after 6 months of continuous employment* Employee referral bonus * Employee recognition, gifts, and awards Aldon Food Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. PI217438669

Keywords: Aldon Food Corporation, Allentown , Salad Maker, Other , Schwenksville, Pennsylvania