Cook 1 - Meal Delivery

Friday we prep. Saturday we cook. Sunday it all goes out the door.
Down to Earth Cuisine is an online meal delivery service, and we’re adding a Cook 1 to our production team. You’ll work alongside our Sous Chef, turning fresh ingredients into carefully portioned meals that reach our clients’ homes within the weekend. If you’re someone who takes pride in consistent, well-made food and in getting every detail right, we’d like to meet you.
Who we’re looking for:
3+ years of professional cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen
Culinary training, plus a high school diploma or equivalent
A current Washington food worker card
A solid grasp of food safety and dietary restrictions
Someone who follows recipes precisely and can adapt for portions or dietary needs
A valid driver’s license and your own vehicle for Sunday deliveries around Greater Seattle
Nice to have: nutrition or dietary knowledge
What your weekend looks like:
Friday: Shop for ingredients and prep them
Saturday: Cook and package every meal
Sunday: Deliver meals to client homes
What you’ll be responsible for:
Cooking from standardized recipes with consistent taste, quality, and presentation
Sourcing and prep, including proper storage, inventory checks, and purchasing recommendations
Portioning and packaging meals accurately, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-calorie options
Keeping the kitchen spotless and compliant with health and safety standards
Tracking ingredient usage and helping reduce waste
Raising issues or delays with the kitchen team promptly
Supporting catering and events when they come up
Offering ideas for new dishes and recipe improvements
Staying flexible for occasional evening, weekend, or holiday needs
The physical side:
The job involves lifting up to 50 lbs, repetitive tasks like chopping and kneading, work with commercial equipment (ovens, grills, fryers, mixers), and driving in traffic for deliveries.
Pay, hours, and benefits:
$26–$28 per hour, depending on experience
Part-time, 18–24 hours per week to start, with room to grow based on business needs and performance
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Hourly, non-exempt
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Paid Time Off for eligible employees
Down to Earth Cuisine retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.
Down to Earth Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Skills
Sourcing

Experience
3+ yrs

Employment type
Part-Time

Work arrangement
No