Production Clerk

Job Title:                     Production Clerk        Department:              Central Kitchen Reports To:                 Central Kitchen Manager FLSA Status:                Non-Exempt     Position Summary The Production Clerk is a versatile, hands-on role that supports food production operations across multiple departments, including Commissary, Bakery, Deli, and Prepared Foods. This position serves as a catch-all production role, assisting with tasks such as food preparation, cooking, baking, packaging, sanitation, and general production support. The role can be taught to individuals with no prior experience and is ideal for candidates interested in learning food production in a fast-paced environment.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Food Preparation & Production Prepare, cook, and bake hot and cold food items according to recipes, production schedules, and safety standards. Assist with baking operations, including mixing, weighing, portioning, and monitoring product quality. Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, grind, and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, poultry, and seafood. Measure and weigh ingredients accurately using scales and measuring tools Assemble ingredients to produce finished or semi-finished products Carry pans, kettles, luggers, trays, and other food containers to and from workstations, ovens, stoves, coolers, and refrigerators   Packaging & Distribution Package, wrap, label, price, and prepare finished goods for storage or distribution Store food products in designated areas, following the First In, First Out (FIFO) principle. Separate, organize, and arrange pallets or products for distribution to stores or departments   Sanitation & Safety Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area at all times Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, utensils, and production areas Wash dishes, pots, pans, trays, and production tools as needed Remove trash and recyclables and maintain waste areas Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or quality concerns to supervisors promptly   General Responsibilities Follow all Bristol Farms and Lazy Acres policies, procedures, and standards as outlined in the employee handbook. Meet and exceed company standards for food quality, safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. Perform additional production-related duties as assigned.     Education and/or Experience No prior experience required; training will be provided Prior food production, kitchen, bakery, or manufacturing experience is helpful but not required   Language Skills Ability to understand, speak, read, and follow instructions in English or Spanish Ability to read basic recipes, labels, and safety instructions   Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers Ability to measure ingredients accurately using standard units of measure   Reasoning Ability Ability to follow written, verbal, and demonstrated instructions Ability to apply common sense to carry out routine production tasks   Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Stand and walk for extended periods of time Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate tools, equipment, and controls Reach with hands and arms; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift heavier items Perform repetitive motions and physically demanding tasks Have close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus   Work Environment Production environments may include kitchens, bakeries, commissaries, and refrigerated areas. Employees may regularly work in cold environments (approximately 41°F or below) Noise levels may be moderate to lou.d Exposure to heat, cold, moving mechanical parts, and kitchen equipment is common